Magnesium
Magnesium is involved in hundreds of processes, including muscle and nerve function, heart rhythm, sleep and blood sugar control.
Your reading
This app uses 1.6–2.6 mg/dL. Most of your magnesium sits in bones and cells, not in the blood, so a normal blood level doesn't always mean your stores are full. Cramps, poor sleep and fatigue can hint at low magnesium.
What may help
- —Nuts, seeds, beans, whole grains, dark chocolate and leafy greens
- —Being aware that heavy sweating, alcohol and some medications (diuretics, acid reducers) lower magnesium
- —A supplement if your diet is low, keeping in mind that high doses can upset the stomach
When to talk to a doctor
If magnesium is outside the range, or you have palpitations or muscle spasms. People with kidney problems should not take supplements without advice.
Common questions
What is Magnesium?
Magnesium is involved in hundreds of processes, including muscle and nerve function, heart rhythm, sleep and blood sugar control.
What is a normal Magnesium level?
Daygo uses 1.6–2.6 mg/dL as the reference range. This app uses 1.6–2.6 mg/dL. Most of your magnesium sits in bones and cells, not in the blood, so a normal blood level doesn't always mean your stores are full. Cramps, poor sleep and fatigue can hint at low magnesium.
How can I improve my Magnesium?
Nuts, seeds, beans, whole grains, dark chocolate and leafy greens. Being aware that heavy sweating, alcohol and some medications (diuretics, acid reducers) lower magnesium. A supplement if your diet is low, keeping in mind that high doses can upset the stomach.
When should I see a doctor about Magnesium?
If magnesium is outside the range, or you have palpitations or muscle spasms. People with kidney problems should not take supplements without advice.
Source: MedlinePlus (NIH). Reference ranges are standard adult intervals — your own lab may report a different range for your age, sex, or method. This isn't medical advice; always go by the range on your actual results and talk to a clinician about anything that concerns you.