March 2012 PMID 22364157

Suboptimal magnesium status in the United States: are the health consequences underestimated?

Andrea Rosanoff, Connie M Weaver, Robert K Rude

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The posts show strong agreement that magnesium deficiency is more common and serious than often recognized, fueled by comments questioning the lack of testing standards and direct references to the publication. The tone varies from skepticism to concern, but overall, it reflects a shared interest in understanding the health implications of suboptimal magnesium levels.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge that magnesium deficiency is a significant and underestimated issue with potential health consequences.

InterestHigh interest

The posts demonstrate high interest, with many questioning the prevalence and implications of magnesium deficiency and referencing the article directly.

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There is a moderate level of detailed engagement, with some users debating the accuracy of deficiency estimates and the need for better testing standards.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest a recognition that the article points to an important, yet underappreciated, public health concern, though the overall impact appears limited to raising awareness rather than immediate change.

Abstract in brief

Magnesium deficiency is often underestimated in the US and is linked to various health issues like diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis, and migraines, but it receives less research attention compared to calcium.
Many Americans have inadequate magnesium intake, with nearly half consuming less than recommended levels, and the ratio of calcium to magnesium intake has been increasing over the years, potentially affecting health outcomes.
Current dietary guidelines might be misleading because they don’t fully account for chronic latent magnesium deficiency; more research is needed to better understand how low magnesium levels contribute to certain diseases and how to set appropriate intake requirements.]

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Javi Ciborro

@papayaykware · X

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Shenx

@HTShenx · X

@friswith_med @_animeprotag @BadMedicalTakes This is why I said when its NOT depleted. You are talking like magnesium deficiency is rare. Its not. https://t.co/eSMBYIiJUT https://t.co/vZsWs47R2E

May 25, 2022 · 14 followers View post →

Hap MD

@MDVilntfluid · X

@TuckerGoodrich @erreyedoc @raphaels7 If there is no test or standard of some sort how do they state “40% of us population is Mg deficient” https://t.co/26o2No3f5b

Aug 8, 2021 · 104 followers View post →

Hap MD

@MDVilntfluid · X

@TuckerGoodrich In the meantime ponder this. https://t.co/26o2No3f5b

Aug 7, 2021 · 104 followers View post →

Faruk £RT£N

@faruk_ertn · X

fakat sağlıklı olarak addedilen birçok kişi için yanıltıcı olabilir" deniyor. (3) https://t.co/Dib0cAxGuB

Jun 29, 2021 · 1 like · 286 followers View post →

Magnesium guy. Scott Henrie

@10mm_404 · X

Apr 9, 2021 · 1,733 followers View post →

mpd

@mpauldesigns · X

@thedgtalempress Oh 48% of the US is low, magnesium is understudied and can help prevent migraines and colon cancer? Uh huh. https://t.co/4NhmWlBlqy

Mar 28, 2021 · 2 likes · 696 followers View post →

Tom Englezos

@tomenglezos · X

RT @AnnChildersMD: Suboptimal Magnesium Status in the United States: Are the Health Consequences Underestimated? - PubMed https://t.co/CPJU…

Jun 16, 2020 · 3 shares · 1,282 followers View post →

Abhimanyou Tambar

@banketambar · X

RT @AnnChildersMD: Suboptimal Magnesium Status in the United States: Are the Health Consequences Underestimated? - PubMed https://t.co/CPJU…

Jun 15, 2020 · 3 shares · 248 followers View post →

Dr. Ann

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Suboptimal Magnesium Status in the United States: Are the Health Consequences Underestimated? - PubMed https://t.co/CPJUNz8ZgS

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