Question 1

i began a calcium/magnesium supplement program, how long before i notice the full effects?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Why are you on the program?  I recommend a 1:1 dosage--i.e., equal amounts of calcium and magnesium.  The dosage is determined by your bowel tolerance--i.e., the dosage that gives you diarrhea or loose stools.  Just reduce the dosage to what is comfortable for you.  Excess calcium impairs magnesium absorption--and inadequate magnesium impairs calcium absorption.

Question 2

i read calcium and magnesium supplements help you sleep better, is that true?

Accepted Answer

CALCIUM AND MAGNESIU: It is true if you are low or deficient in these minerals.  Many people do not have good diet and do have deficiency in minerals etc.  Therefore calcium and magnesium supplements can help some people sleep better.

Question 3

could ms cause foot cramping? its always the same foot at the arch and it feels like a charlie horse but on the bottom of my foot. im very hydrated? i take calcium and magnesium supplements too? it doesnt feel like a spasm?

Accepted Answer

: From healthcarejourney.com the following information:

Foot cramps and spasms can be caused my abnormal reflexes in your spinal cord that create spasms in the muscles of your feet (common in MS) or irritability of the muscles on the bottom of your feet (arch muscles) often spreading to your big toe. 
In my practice I advise massage with a penetrating foot cream and home remedies. Contact your Dr.

Question 4

what are possible side effects of taking a magnesium supplement?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Weakness / muscle fatigue and constipation and/or diarrhea.

Question 5

can you take magnesium supplements (ie: calcium citrate or natural calm) with celexa (citalopram)?

Accepted Answer

It's ok. : It is ok to take supplements with citalopram generally but check with your physician to make sure it's ok for you.

Question 6

can i take magnesium supplements after eating and/or drinking something with 10-25% of the rdv for calcium?

Accepted Answer

: You may, but why? If you are eating a mixed diet, you do not need to take magnesium supplement.
For healthy diet: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/., exercise 30 minutes/day, drink enough water daily so your urine is mostly colorless, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs.

Question 7

what will happen if i take magnesium supplement daily and dont take any calcium supplement? is it dangerous to have more mag than cal?

Accepted Answer

No ptoblem: In healthy people, the magnesium that your body does not need is excreted. The same with calcium, no issues the balance of calcium and magnesium taken

Question 8

can taking magnesium supplements cause decrease of calcium or potassium?my cramps and twitches got waay worse when taking magnesium supplements. why?

Accepted Answer

Calcium-yes: Magnesium competes with calcium for absorption and can cause a calcium deficiency if calcium levels are already low

Question 9

if i am taking ip6 with calcium magnesium phytate, should i continue my regular calcium supplement?
thank you.

Accepted Answer

Calcium: Safe yourself from any worry or problem
Calcium is readily available and inexpensive over the counter. You might also consider vitamin D once a day.

Question 10

years ago, doc told my wife to take daily calcium, magnesium, vit d. she just had a normal dexascan. which supplement should she discontinue?

Accepted Answer

Nothing yet: If those supplements were prescribed by her doctor, I wouldn't discontinue anything until speaking with the doctor.

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I began a calcium/magnesium supplement program, how long before i notice the full effects?

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I read calcium and magnesium supplements help you sleep better, is that true?

A member asked:

Could ms cause foot cramping? its always the same foot at the arch and it feels like a charlie horse but on the bottom of my foot. im very hydrated? i take calcium and magnesium supplements too? it doesnt feel like a spasm?

A member asked:

What are possible side effects of taking a magnesium supplement?

A member asked:

Can you take magnesium supplements (ie: calcium citrate or natural calm) with celexa (citalopram)?

A member asked:

Can i take magnesium supplements after eating and/or drinking something with 10-25% of the rdv for calcium?

A member asked:

What will happen if i take magnesium supplement daily and dont take any calcium supplement? is it dangerous to have more mag than cal?

A member asked:

Can taking magnesium supplements cause decrease of calcium or potassium?my cramps and twitches got waay worse when taking magnesium supplements. why?

A member asked:

If i am taking ip6 with calcium magnesium phytate, should i continue my regular calcium supplement? thank you.

A member asked:

Years ago, doc told my wife to take daily calcium, magnesium, vit d. she just had a normal dexascan. which supplement should she discontinue?

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