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Dr. Eric Berg

@dr_ericberg

Apr 26 • 13 tweets • 5 min read • Read on X

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Your body WON’T FUNCTION without this mineral!

Yet over 70% of people are unknowingly deficient, and the signs are often mistaken for stress, aging, or fatigue.

Here’s why MAGNESIUM is essential, and how to fix the silent deficiency that could be draining your health:🧵

Magnesium is one of the most vital minerals in the human body.

It powers 300+ biochemical reactions, regulating your heart, muscles, brain, sleep, blood sugar, and energy.

When it’s low, your entire system slows down.

Here’s why most people never realize they’re deficient…

Standard blood tests often fail to detect magnesium deficiency, as only 1% is in your blood.

The other 99% is stored in cells, making it undetectable by routine tests.

So even “normal” results can hide a severe deficiency.

Then what is silently depleting your magnesium?

The real threats to magnesium levels are often ignored.

Stress, processed foods, excess sugar, and high calcium intake can drain your magnesium stores—leaving you frequently tired, anxious, and depleted.

There’s one hidden factor that quietly blocks magnesium from working…

That factor is vitamin D.

Magnesium depends on vitamin D to function. Without D3, your body can’t absorb or use magnesium—no matter how much you take.

And since most people lack vitamin D, the problem only gets worse.

So how can you tell if your body isn’t absorbing magnesium?

Your body signals low magnesium with symptoms like:
• Cramps
• ⁠Insomnia
• ⁠Fatigue
• ⁠High blood pressure
• ⁠Acid reflux
• ⁠Heart palpitations

These aren’t random issues—they’re critical red flags.

So how can you effectively fix magnesium deficiency?

Start with the right form: magnesium glycinate.

It’s highly bioavailable, gentle, and supports both relaxation and sleep—making it ideal for addressing deficiency.

Avoid magnesium oxide—it absorbs poorly and offers little benefit.

So, how much do you need to see results?

Most people don’t take enough magnesium for noticeable results.

If symptoms persist, 800–1600mg/day is ideal.

It’s best to spread the dosage throughout the day, as this enhances absorption.

However, simply taking it isn’t enough—you must maximize its effectiveness.

Maximize magnesium absorption with these tips:

• Take with meals
• Add apple cider vinegar for support
• Cut back on sugar and alcohol
• Pair with 10,000 IU of vitamin D3
• Stay consistent for 1–3 months

Athletes or those under stress may need more.

Magnesium could be the missing link in your health journey—yet most people overlook it.

Learn how it transforms your energy, sleep, and stress levels—and how to take it properly for real results:

A bit about me:

I am the creator of Healthy Keto® & Intermittent Fasting protocols.

I educate millions on nutrition and wellness, empowering over 100M people to make healthier choices.

Follow me for evidence-based insights to improve your health and vitality.

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