Magnesium Deficiencies Increase Complications in Diabetes Type 2
Magnesium
One more time, researchers have their sight set on magnesium deficiencies as it seems they are one of the many causes of complications in people with diabetes type 2.
The new study conducted by a team of Brazilian researchers shows that the reason why a deficiency of magnesium may cause complications in diabetics is because it causes high blood sugar and low levels of insulin.
A new study in magnesium deficiencies
The study was published in the Journal of Clinical Nutrition; it indicates that adequate levels of magnesium is closely related to normal level of blood sugar since the mineral has an important role in the good functioning of the insulin receptors found in the cells.
In this study, researchers from the University of Sao Paulo measured blood sugar and levels of magnesium of 51 patients who were being treated for type 2 diabetes. They found that 77 percent of the participants in the study had a deficiency of magnesium. They also found that there was a relationship between the level of magnesium and the level of glucose: in other words, the lower the level of magnesium in the blood, the higher the level of blood sugar was.
The researchers indicate that having a deficiency in magnesium and high levels of blood sugar may lead to complications such as kidney disease. They recommended that doctors test their diabetic patients for magnesium levels and provide appropriate treatment based on the results.
In their report, the researchers indicate that “analysis of magnesium status in the routine assessment of such patients, or at least for those who are not able to reach the desired glycemic standards, would be useful in evaluating the risks relating to chronic complications in diabetes. Such strategy may help the management of type 2 diabetes and reduce the risk of long-term severe complications.”
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Additional reseach of magnesium deficiencies
Another recent study conducted on magnesium deficiencies, “A New Study about the Magnesium Benefits for Diabetics” shows that adequate levels of magnesium may help overweight individuals who have become insulin resistance, thus preventing diabetes type 2. The study recommends magnesium supplementation.
For a list of foods high in magnesium, you may want to read my article “To Keep Going, Your Heart Needs Foods High in Magnesium”.
And keep in mind that cocoa is also rich in many minerals, among them, magnesium. So, if you like chocolate, here is a treat for you: “Healthy and Very Easy Recipes with Raw Vegan Chocolates”
The bottom line
Check the results of the last blood test your doctor did. If you don’t see a magnesium test included, ask your doctor to perform one. If you are low in magnesium, he may recommend a supplement. The best way to add a magnesium supplement to your diet is to take a multivitamin that includes 2 parts of calcium and 1 of magnesium. Example: 1,000 milligrams of calcium and 500 milligrams of magnesium.
To your health!
Emilia Klapp, R.D., B.S.
www.TheDiabetesClub.com
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