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T2diabetic good control but just been told magnesium too low 1.3mg over 2 tests. can magnesium help with improved glucose control?

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Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

Yes: Magnesium has an important role in glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity. Hypomagnesemia is a common laboratory abnormality in patients with type 2 diabetes, suggesting that increasing magnesium intake could be beneficial for glucose control.

Answered 8/29/2018

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A member asked:

T2diabetic good control but just been told magnesium too low 1.3mg over 2 tests. can magnesium help with improved glucose control?

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Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

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