Bone Health
Calcium is always considered one of the most essential minerals for bone health, but it turns out that other minerals such as potassium and magnesium are just as essential.
In the case of hypomagnesemia, the bones suffer in multiple ways. These include;
- Vitamin D Absorption: Magnesium is needed for the absorption of vitamin D and calcium. This helps explain why doctors recommend getting enough magnesium when taking vitamin D and calcium.
- Proper Calcium Use: Magnesium is required for stimulation of the hormone called calcitonin. This hormone draws calcium out of the soft tissues and muscles and into the bones. This is the reason why magnesium helps lower the risk of cardiovascular diseases, osteoporosis, kidney stones, and arthritis.