Minerals Magnesium

Where is magnesium found
- bone
- ECF
- inside cell
How much of magnesium is located in the bone

50-60%
How much magnesium is located in ECF and in the cells
- 1% ECF
- Remainder(after bone and ECF) is in the cell
What is the RDA for magnesium
- Men= 420mg
- Women= 320mg
What are good sources of magnesium
- Whole grains
- Legumes
- Broccoli
- Green leafy Vegetables
- Hard water
What are normal serum levels for magnesium

1.5-2.5mEq/L
What are the functions of magnesium
- Storage
- Help enzymes carry out functions
- Regulates nerve & muscle function
- Critical for cardiac conduction
- Role in blood clotting
What can cause hypomagnesium
- inadequate intake
- Alcholism
- Inadequate absorption
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Thizaide diuretics
- Excess aldosterone
- Polyuria
What are S&S of hypomagnesium
- Muscle tremors
- Hyperactive reflexes
- Confusion
- Disorentation
- Tachycardia
- Hypertension
- Dysarythmias
what is the treatment for hypomagnesium

replace the magnesium
What causes hypermagnesium
- renal failure
- excessive intake via supplements or mineral salts
What are the signs of hypermagnesium
- Hypoactive reflexes
- Decreased respiratory function
- Cardiac arrhythmias
- Diarrhea
What is the treatment for hypermagnesium

decrease magnesium intake

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Minerals Magnesium

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Minerals Magnesium

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2012-07-24T09:23:52Z

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