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Old 03-09-2010, 11:25 AM #1
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I have read that PWMS are low on magnesium and most need to supplement. My neruo agrees, she said it's like being low on B-12. When you need it, you know it.
Are we just not processing or absorbing it properly? I mean 1 cup of cooked spinach gives ample amounts of magnesium (about 700 mg) which is more than enough for a person of my size/activity level. Many veggies are a great source of magnesium. I have been tracking my diet for several weeks so it can be analyzed by a nurse/nutritionist and I am getting plenty of magnesium as well as other nutrients and vitamins. Currently, I don't take vitamins/supplements as my diet is well balanced with a variety of foods. I still suffer from spasms.

So, I guess I am back to the question of are we not absorbing it properly or utilizing it properly? Does anyone have an explanation for this?
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Are we just not processing or absorbing it properly? I mean 1 cup of cooked spinach gives ample amounts of magnesium (about 700 mg) which is more than enough for a person of my size/activity level. Many veggies are a great source of magnesium. I have been tracking my diet for several weeks so it can be analyzed by a nurse/nutritionist and I am getting plenty of magnesium as well as other nutrients and vitamins. Currently, I don't take vitamins/supplements as my diet is well balanced with a variety of foods. I still suffer from spasms.

So, I guess I am back to the question of are we not absorbing it properly or utilizing it properly? Does anyone have an explanation for this?
OOPS! Sorry I read the wrong line from my SIL's (nurse/nutritionist) e-mail. 1 cup of spinach = 157 mg of magnesium.
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