Question:
Low Magnesium Levels?

My doctor sent me a notice, some 5 weeks after my blood work was completed, that my Magnesium levels were low. I am not quite sure what that indicates for me. There was something on there about having "nerve issues." I don't know much about it and don't have another appointment until my year anniversary on Sept 18th. I am currently at 234 - down from 377. Ten months and minus 143lbs. Wow! It stuns me to put it into words!! Thanks in advance for any help!!! Colleen    — colleen B. (posted on July 19, 2004)

July 19, 2004
Get thee to your doctor, Colleen! My mother was suffering from very low magnesium levels and was told she needed to immediately receive a magnesium shot, as magnesium is crucial to about a zillion body functions. According to a website addressing magnesium deficiency, "Even a mild deficiency causes sensitivity to noise, nervousness, irritability, mental depression, confusion, twitching, trembling, apprehension, insomnia, muscle weakness and cramps in the toes, feet, legs, or fingers." Definitely something to take seriously. Good luck, Colleen! And congratulations on your amazing success! XOXO Jen
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