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Magnesium toxicity reportedly is rare because excesses are excreted by the kidneys.
Large supplemental doses of magnesium can produce diarrhea.
Excessive intake of magnesium competes with calcium and can interfere with bone formation.
Individuals with kidney dosease or using excessive amounts of magnesium-containing laxatives and antacids might develop toxicity symptoms, such as weakness, lethergy, drowsiness, and difficulty breathing.
There are no known reasons to consume daily more than 500mg. to 600mg. of magnesium.
The Daily Value for magnesium is 400mg. per day.
Magnesium needs might increase above recommended levels as a result of exercise. stress, and when taking clacium supplements.
A deficiency of magnesium affects all parts of the body, including the heart, muscles, and kidneys. Deficiency symptoms include loss of appetite, muscle weakness, depression, and nervousness.
Magnesium deficiency can be the result of poor dietary intake, excessive vomiting or diarrhea, long-term use of anti-hypertensive medications, alcohol abuse, kidney disease, or diabetes.