Magnesium Test at Home

Magnesium Deficiency Test should be done at a certified Laboratory by the prescription of a Certified Medical Practitioner. To know whether you are deficient in Magnesium or not you can answer the questionnaire in this tool. this Magnesium Deficiency Test tool at home will help you know whether  you need any Magnesium Supplements or need to see a health service provider for Magnesium deficiency related symptoms. This tool is prepared after through analysis and research will help you identify Magnesium deficiency at home. 

 

Magnesium Deficiency Self-Assessment

Answer the questions below to get an informational assessment of your potential magnesium deficiency. This tool is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice.

1. Do you frequently experience unexplained fatigue, weakness, or low energy, even after adequate rest? [15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20]




2. Do you suffer from frequent muscle cramps, spasms, or tremors, particularly in your legs or feet? [15, 16, 17, 18, 21, 19, 20]




3. Have you noticed irregular heartbeats or palpitations? [15, 16, 17, 18, 21, 19, 22, 20]




4. Do you experience unexplained anxiety, irritability, or mood swings? [15, 16, 18, 19, 20]




5. Do you frequently feel numbness or tingling sensations in your fingers, toes, or other parts of your body? [15, 16, 18, 21, 19, 22, 20]




6. Do you suffer from frequent headaches or migraines? [15, 16, 17, 18, 19]




7. Do you often experience poor appetite, nausea, or vomiting? [16, 17, 18, 23, 19, 22, 20]




8. Are you currently taking diuretics (water pills)? [16, 17, 18, 24, 25]


9. Are you currently taking Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) for acid reflux? [16, 18, 24, 25]


10. Do you consume alcohol excessively (e.g., more than 2 drinks per day regularly)? [16, 17, 18, 24, 25, 19]


 

 


 

Refrences:

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Updated October 7, 2022. Accessed January 20, 2023. http://www.health.gov/dietaryguidelines/

National Institutes of Health. Magnesium Fact Sheet for Health Professionals. Updated June 2, 2022. Accessed January 20, 2023. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Magnesium-HealthProfessional/

A.D.A.M. Medical Encyclopedia. Magnesium Blood Test. Updated January 24, 2021. Accessed January 20, 2023. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003487.htm