The Benefits of Magnesium - Dr. Berg on Magnesium Deficiency

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In this video, Dr. Berg talks about magnesium. Magnesium is the second most common deficiency. Magnesium is a cofactor (helper) in making enzymes, it is present in chlorophyll. It helps in the metabolism of proteins, also increasing your energy and of muscle and heart function.
BENEFITS:
Blood pressure
Muscle tone
Vitamin D absorption
Reducing stress and increasing sleep
Improving Irregular heart rhythm
Keeps your bowels regular
Improves insulin resistance
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[@SuzieG.9370]

I've been dealing with restless leg issues at night. Been driving me crazy. I believe it's related to my lower back problem and sciatic nerve pressure. Anyway, I started taking a Magnesium 400 mg softgel every afternoon, and I'm telling you it has helped SO much!! Just wanted to share this in case it could help anyone else. 🙂

[@joannagasdogas4537]

Suzie G. Yes! I take it specifically for that. And it has helped RLS so much. I can finally fall asleep.

[@SuzieG.9370]

Joanna Gasdogas that's great!! Thank goodness for Dr Berg, and others on KZbin, which is how I learn about natural remedies. I've benefited on a couple other things as well. Yay! 👍🏼

[@saulgarcia7083]

Suzie G. Thank you

[@fowziassecretrecipes]

It helps thank u

[@sherrysmukal3367]

What magnesium are you taking?

[@in.harmony.with.nature]

Magnesium ensures that the blood vessels stay nicely clean. It cleans up unwanted calcium deposits in the blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow better, absorb more oxygen and transport more nutrients.

[@Jb-ky1ri]

Thank you. How much magnesium can you take for a good cleaning up of arteries in a day then?

[@calitruckdriver2025]

Nice to know, thank you, & magnesium really does help I should of listened to my mom last year even 7 years ago… I took it religiously for couple days & it does help me sleep better stay calm my anxiety is much better just all around makes you enjoy your life.

[@sneha3388]

@in.harmony: How do you know this ?

[@MC-ol1nd]

Thank you for this precise and to the point video. Great tips Dr. Berg!

[@stretchwith]

My thyroid grew 4 years ago immediately after I got a cell phone. It enlarges and shrinks along with my diet, but it would never go away even with potassium iodide. I startedmagnesium supplements, and my thyroid is smallest in 4 years. Thank you

[@louishernandez4422]

This man is truly a blessing. Thank you for this information and God bless you

[@whirlwinds2321]

Magnesium was definitely the missing component for me. Helped with my muscle aches and nerve issues

[@slickrick5596]

What dose are yiu taking?

[@FysSessions]

Same here's 🎉

[@adamtgardener5825]

I started taking magnesium citrate because of your insights and it cleared my heart flutering within a couple days. I had that issue for decades...wow...so simple.

[@lindacake5792]

How much do you take?

[@erambuttar3416]

Magnesium lowers blood pressure. I'm telling you my first hand experience. It helps with asthma too. It helps curing insomnia. It helps in migraine.

[@Milo270_]

Do u take magnesium through food?

[@jeccym8715]

What if I have low blood?

[@andy-the-gardener]

@@jeccym8715 i suggest wearing garlick and crucifix. and sleeping with windows closed

[@Ohkeh640]

@@andy-the-gardenerlol what

[@andy-the-gardener]

@@Ohkeh640 low blood.

[@gsuitter]

One problem is the amount of magnesium in leafy greens depends on the amount contained in the soil. I've heard most soils have been depleted.

[@danielpatterson5342]

Or its grown with hydroponics

[@mystarling2123]

Epsom salt baths and magnesium oil spray works great before bed!

[@qardho25]

Thank you Dr Eric Berg, you are great and modern scientist for health issues

[@annjean4369]

Great video! Thank you for sharing.

[@karyant8764]

Thanks for the info, very helpful 😊

[@onyxmoonasquad1]

Ive only been taking it for about a week and a half, I have always struggled falling asleep at night. It’s literally changing my life.

[@carpediem9533]

you are a genius doctor

[@GermanLibertarian]

Great video, Dr Berg! But should I take Magnesium Citrate or Magnesium Malate? And why?

[@roomisworld8802]

Hi Doctor Berg. I'm a huge fan of yours all the way from Pakistan! You exolain so well that a layperson like me clearly understands everything. I am obese with fatty liver and insulin resistant and your videos have encouraged me to exercise and try to atleast start adding healthy things in my diet. Thank you so much.

[@nasheedstation260]

Keto would help you pretty quickly, more than exercise.

[@habayitah]

in the winter, just cannot down 7-10 cups of cold greenies, but I can juice greens (parsley, cilantro, kale, cucumber, ginger and curcumin), adding chlorella, spirulina, moringa. I love parsley, cilantro, dill, celery, and add a lot of them to my salad, but 7-10 hard to do. Don’t hear you talk about these very very healthy greens.

[@toamataafa4647]

Blessings Dr...thank you.

[@abunasirahdesquines7451]

Hello doctor berg thank you for all your great videos.Can you talk to us about the benifits of dattes and what amount daily should we eat it ? Thank you

[@valenciae271]

Great content once again! My only gripe is 7-10 cups of vegetables is a lil hard. Eating once a day sometimes I only get about 5 cups of vegetables in, I supplement with the wheat grass juice powder!

[@Viki.vision]

add nuts, seeds and legumes

[@bobmag5058]

Genius! God bless you Dr.Berg

[@starshinelovelightlover9793]

Please do a video on copper toxicity. Thanks!

[@HeleneStaley]

This is the best of video on this subject. It gets to the point really quickly. I take magnesium to control migraine headaches, and it is the only thing I have ever found to work. I have suffered with migraines since childhood. I learned to figure out which food triggers in order to avoid certain foods that provoked or laid the ground work for a migraine to dance upon. In 2017, a neurologist recommended 400 mgs 2X daily, and it worked like magic! Later, I was on youtube searching for more information about magnesium. I came across this video by Dr. Berg. He is fantastic. I trust his explanations as he focuses on the truth, logic and rational conclusions that center on good health. He is a great resource.

[@Drberg]

Thank you so much for your support, Hélène

[@weeevan3078]

What kind of magnesium?

[@rudyferrell]

​@@Drbergso what kind do you take, there are so many. By the way, you changed my life with the benfotiamine and niacin. Thank you so much.

[@nadiaf2686]

Dr Berg would you please explain the different types of mag so we understand which one to use for what!

[@battletested2934]

I’ve heard from multiple sources Citrate is the best options, including my Dr. It last longer in the system I believe

[@thomasdillon9501]

Taurate - Heart/Blood pressure, Threonate - Brain, Citrate - Gut/Digestion, Glycinate - Easily absorbed, anxiety, helps with sleep... Stay away from Mag Oxide (most poorly absorbed)

[@andy-the-gardener]

@@thomasdillon9501 annoyingly, oxide is the only type found in the commonly available supermarket and pharmacy supplements. i guess its cheap and cheerful. pathetic really

[@Station-uf3nd]

Doctor Berg even though most people are deficient in potassium can you please do a video on excess potassium. It would be very appreciated!!

[@allahisone797]

Thnx nice and helpful video

[@darnagutter863]

Dr. Berg you have helped us so much that we can make recommendations to those we know. Or at least share your videos with them. God bless you, your family and your practice. 🌹

[@jacksonmay153]

Hey Dr. B, what is a balanced calcium to magnesium ratio for daily supplements??

[@spive21]

dr. berg the sound quality on your latest videos is distorting. turn down the gain slightly of your mic. love the videos by the way

[@dreamiedips8624]

Thanks Dr. Berg 💜🌼

[@alanwhite8266]

Started taking this months ago Helps !

[@thomasma1528]

Video suggestion: Can you talk about sugar blocker like L-arabinose? Does it work?

[@flyandlocd]

Thank you, again Doc!!!!

[@psfgtech]

Hey, you're back on KZbin

[@kyizomj2565]

Hi, Dr. Berg. I am currently on my fourth week of keto (doing great). Finally onto the giant bowl of salad. I also picked up some magnesium citrate yesterday. I took one 150mg gel pill before bed and woke up very rested (early too). This is the first time I don't remember/recall my dreams. My back muscle pain is gone. I usually store all my stress/tension in my upper back. It feels great. Thank you for your informative videos. I would submit a before and after but I'm too vain to post before shots. Have a good day ☀️

[@vp7048]

Dr. Berg, what do you think about taking CBD oil and does it have any effect on reducing stress and cystic acne...it’s a little vicious circle. Thank you

[@chantelspring111]

Simply the best

[@ApertureApex]

After watching this video, I ate an entire avocado

[@jahnyssestanley3954]

Thank you so much

[@rosiemorales3880]

Thank you Dr. Berg 👍🙄

[@ratiemz]

Please can you talk about vegan keto and the macros needed to hit into keto

[@mom3xys]

Can you discuss the types ... citrate , sulfate , oxide , Glycinate ... Everyone seems to prefer / recommend a different type .

[@louyht7]

Glycinate is best to take. But if you have constipation then take citrate ok

[@lilfoot752]

Dr. Berg, any specific Magnesium you recommend to take?

[@priyavratkumar9566]

Hello doctor Can you please tell how to fix extreme dryness of skin?

[@heatherann4390]

Which brand of magnesium supplement would u suggest?

[@ktcharb66]

I'm following you via KZbin & MA via cookbooks to learn Keto. The two of you have different teachings on veggies. If I shoot for 7-10 cups of veggies per day, do I count them as net carbs? Do I not count them when counting my daily macros? How do I manage 75% fat, 25% protein, 5% carbs AND 7-10 cups of daily veggies? Thank you!

[@divamori]

Thank you dr berg

[@mintradoungjan3679]

What is your point on Epsom Salt ? can we absorb it as good as they say?

[@timt2737]

Dr Berg, Can body absorb the protein in pumpkin seed? or other seeds and nuts? thank you

[@emh8861]

Oh my god. Its soooooo hard to get 7 cups of greens everyday! I'm trying tho

[@mariajardim951]

🤣🤣🤣 my thoughts exactly 👏👏

[@angellighten3526]

No need to supplement! Make 1 smoothie and 1 salad like Dr. Berg does! 😊♥️☀️

[@gamingsfinest1]

Cook you veg (broccoli, Brussels sprouts). They go down much easier that way and make spinach shakes in the morning.

[@momo160769]

@@indigo7387 exactly... you might turn green !…, let’s only breath air ;)))

[@jkmorbo]

I thought I misheard him say that lol

[@brentmaveric4981]

thanks doc for writing larger on the board.....a little bit more would be nice for us people over 40

[@shaider739]

I am eating spinach the #1 source of magnesium. Thank you dr berg

[@JustHereToHear]

Dr Berg, could you shed some light on this topic - the time gap between consuming something heavy in oxalates like spinach or tomato, and when it would be considered safe to have something high on calcium, say milk or cheese.

[@rachealprempeh1663]

From what foods do we get magnesium?

[@jaesthoughts1369]

Thank you so much doc 🙏🏾❤️

[@Drberg]

You're most welcome. Dr. Berg's Support Team

[@hunchovb]

Thanks Dr. Berg. I need to up my intake of veggies because I’m not getting 7 to 10 cups. TFS

[@chaba49]

Tried that carb cycling for 1 day Read it jump starts you metabolism .Did not turn out . Maybe do a video on this ?

[@MrRemunj01]

Thank you for all the great video's !

[@Drberg]

Most welcome! Glad you enjoy them!

[@MrRemunj01]

@@Drberg Thanks again and greetings from Roermond, the Netherlands.

[@madhurichakraborty1254]

Is it recommended to go for magnesium supplements only to sleep well but with no other health problems as mentioned in the video. Or better to depend on natural source.

[@TheNYZlady1969]

Dr Berg, I've been enjoying your videos now for some years and I learn something new everyday ❤ thank you! I have a question, I recently saw a video on IG of a young woman saying that zinc depletes magnesium, is this true? I've been taking a supplement of magnesium with zinc for about 4-6 months now. I just got my 2nf bottle too but I was concerned of what that lady stayed.

[@fiordalizatejeda6133]

what tipe of magnesium do you recomend to buy. Which one is the best?

[@chihaibe69]

More Manegsium information please please please

[@JH-lz4ky]

TY!

[@PhillipLearnTeach]

There are so many types of magnesium. Which is better?

[@christinekalyango8304]

My best doctor , You're blessed. I love you so much , my health has really Improved and am so grateful to God and you .

[@MaryEllenAfter60]

Thankfully I don't have any of the causes of low magnesium, because I have to limit my leafy green vegetables. I'm on 10 mg of Coumadin, and have to balance by delicious dark leafy veggies with the results of my INRs. I do eat a lot of nuts, and get free range eggs from a friend of mine. Oh, hopefully I can get off the Coumadin one of these days, and eat all of the greens I want. I do take a magnesium supplement every day. I truly enjoy your videos, and haven't ever disagreed with anything you share. That speaks volumes coming from an old nurse. Blessings..MaryEllen

[@barbpoage4935]

MaryEllen, I was so pleased to see you comment. I, too, have enjoyed Dr. Berg's videos for quite some time now and also have not disagreed with anything he has had to share. I worked in the medical field for over 35 years and have a good understanding of what Dr. Berg teaches. MaryEllen, I love watching your videos as well!

[@MaryEllenAfter60]

Well, thank you so much, Barb!! I appreciate hearing that. His nonsensical approach, and knowledge of physiology reminds me of my favorite "old" doctor who died many, many years ago.

[@Me-mj8ni]

Vitamin K1 effects blood clotting factors, not Vitamin K2. K2 effects bone health. Mag and k2 should be taken by everyone unless you have a kidney disease.

[@AlvinaRayne]

I agree with you MaryEllen, love Dr. Berg's videos 💛☺🖐

[@robbyg9938]

I've been taking omeprazole and took too much d3 and thanks to your video for letting me know magnesium is the answer for me along with not taking the ppi pill which has nade me deficient in magnesium. Thanks.

[@desipujawati359]

Magnesium apa yang anda gunakan

[@alexmchale796]

Hey I wanted to ask something pretty important about keto. So if I'm on a ketogenic diet it means I cannot get any of my nutrients from fruits or anything that contains sugar. I just wanted to ask you is keto beneficial in all aspects because by doing this I'm limiting all of my vitamins and minerals by just eating vegetables now correct me if I'm wrong but it's going to be very hard to get all of the daily recommendations for nutrients from fats and vegetables and I'm pretty sure fruits are richer in vitamins that vegetables are so would you recommend this diet for anyone or best for a diabetic? Thank you.

[@24bit192khtz]

Thanks Dr. Berg. What type of Magnesium salt is good as supplement ? Oxides vs Glycinate vs Citrate etc.. please make a video on this topic.

[@griffinharvey3910]

Avoid oxide form. It's the most available because it's the cheapest, but it's only 6% absorbable. Basically useless. Citrate best for constipation. Glycinate good general all round benefits.

[@verdun8481]

Dr can you please tell us what kind of magnesium is good to help with blood pressure?

[@sonnabflora]

Magnesium glycinate

[@francinefantone1926]

I recently went to my doctor he said I was dehydrated does this have anything to do with my electrolytes?

[@Nancylistens]

What kind of magnesium please

[@psychozportal277]

Which form of magnesium does dr berg recommend?

[@lightingstruck6893]

Hi Dr Eric Berg, sir.... i found it hard to swallow the fibre. Is it good enough to drink just 8 cups of the juice? Or it must really need to eat the 8 cups of fibre as well. Thanks.

[@philippaswallow5206]

How will you know if you over dose in the magnesium supplements

[@gocrazy95]

What about magnesium oil?

[@billt3357]

When is the best time to take it in capsule form?

[@zbynekcodykolacek]

Fantastic

[@AussieAngeS]

I swear by magnesium, I take it every night before bed. Thank you Dr Berg

[@shizuokaBLUES]

FitAngie yes me too--every night and every morning. And I notice a big difference when it runs out and I don't sleep as well, even with all the vegetables and eggs I eat.

[@glenn3646]

I was taking kyolic garlic (it have magnesium in it ) supplement but i needed to stop because it did give me a realy bad headache then i switch to just magnesium but same result migrane headache uugghhhh

[@jimmypapanikolau4117]

Me too!!! 👍

[@sealisa1398]

FitAngi....thanks for the information. What dosage and is it ok to take on empty stomach? Thanks for a reply.

[@1983SMOGGY]

in the morning? i would fall asleep at work if i did that lol

[@vapeking466]

I read that oral magnesium was poorly absorbed and that magnisium oil applied externally was far supierior is this true? I just have the mineral oil now and I can tell it works.

[@jaszzy26]

Which brand supplement s to take for magnesium and potassium

[@2006Jones]

Hey Doc, I've been taking 800 mg magnesium from whole foods for the past 4 months. I'm a 17 year old boy. So is it fine for me to consume this amount of magnesium per day Or should I try to lower it?

[@MMG6]

As there are over 10 different types of magnesiums. Which are you referring to?

[@jontanneguy4960]

*Affects blood pressure. Very informative. Thanks!

[@smeetsamudre5410]

Please can you talk about type2 diabetes and microalbuminuria

[@evagandionco9346]

How much magnesium should we take? What kind of magnesium is best?

[@davidvela1643]

Hey dr. Berg I gotta a question about pooping while on Keto. How often should you have to go and how much (amount of poop) should you be passing? I’ve experienced inconsistent pooping and usually in small amounts. It doesn’t feel all that comfortable when I go either?? I’d appreciate it if you could shed some light on this subject for thanks a ton!!

[@7eather]

Did you ever find out? I've noticed the same thing when my fat is high for the day. I splurged and a few small cookies, sweet potato fries and a huge veggie burger within 48 hours, and eveything was back to normal. What gives

[@MrPpg12345]

Hi, which magnesium supplement is the best? Thank you!

[@opieutt9038]

He sells them, I think...

[@shamlix]

also please talk about potassium

[@ldjt6184]

What are the downfalls of magnesium bisglycinate?

[@LynneTorgersonLawyer]

Dr. Berg, may I please ask a question. Had feet cramps, so believe magnesium deficiency. Used the drops, magnesium chloride. Helped a..lot. Then, read magnesium citrate good for foot cramps, and you suggested magnesium glycinate. The magnesium citrate caused my eyes to half swell shut, and magnesium glycinate seems to make my eyes look a little off. Why is this happening? And, what do you suggest? Thank you!

[@hematilwani5380]

which magnesium is good for bones?

[@wh1s948]

How about from pulses which have the highest magnesium ?

[@latyneyez1]

Does anyone know which Magnesium to take? Citrate ?

[@1983SMOGGY]

what is the best magnesium to take there's so many?

[@tiaryan1350]

Was just prescribed magnesium oxide for migraines from my neurologist. Hopefully it helps... I'm ADD, and have migraine disorder. Thanks for the videos. Glad there are extra benefits.

[@Petuacapturesit]

How are your headaches now?

[@Ohkeh640]

How are your headaches

[@Ohkeh640]

How many mg do you take per day and how are your migraines

[@slickrick5596]

Hi ehats the dosage??

[@nancynazario468]

I absolutely hate green smoothies, but after this video, spinach and greens are going to be my new best friend. I will simply drink it from an opaque glass lol. Thank you. You provided me with some essential info I was missing. I have been really suffering from leg cramps. Hope to put an end to that.

[@musicalchemystudio9070]

Spinach contain oxalates. In smoothie form is enemy not friend. Oxalates are sharp crystals . Spinach always should be prepared in special way when calcium is bind to oxalates and people only can it ocassionally.

[@IBN-TAIBAH]

After following your videos I realised that I suffer of magnesiumdefficiency ,at the pharmacy I was rekommenderad a. Daily dose of there tabletts Sixty mlg each, which means 180 mlg per dag, I did not find any remarkable improvement,later on I found out that the normal need for a Malé above 51 years is 420 mlg, kindly what Do you recomend

[@mhemingway1014]

Can I request one of your quick videos to cover ketone LEVELS. I’ve been eating keto for half a year and I usually test around 0.4 mmol using blood test. That seems low from what I’ve heard but maybe it’s fine?