Optimal nutritional and hormonal statuses are determinants of successful aging. The age associated decline in anabolic hormones such as testosterone and IGF-1 is a strong predictor of metabolic syndrome, diabetes and mortality in older men. Studies have shown that magnesium intake affects the secretion of total IGF-1 and increase testosterone bioactivity. This observation suggests that magnesium can be a modulator of the anabolic/catabolic equilibrium disrupted in the elderly people.
The researchers evaluated 399 65-year-old or older men with complete data on testosterone, total IGF-1, sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG), dehydroepiandrosterone sulphate (DHEAS) and serum magnesium levels. After adjusting for age, magnesium was positively associated with total testosterone and with total IGF-1.
For muscle tone, strength, and overall vitality, these researchers recommend that optimal magnesium intake is warranted.
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WHAT IS THE RECOMMENDED MAGNESIUM DAILY AMOUNT INTAKE?
Hi Ricardo.
Everyone is different. However, most experts suggest 400 mg. total magnesium daily (from food and supplements). That said, I do not like to give out general supplemental recommendations without seeing the individual first. If you take supplemental magnesium, make sure it is from a bioavailable source such as glycinate. An oxide or aspartate can create a loose stool.
Thanks for your info.
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