Study, 2005
Does magnesium deficiency cause premenstrual disorders?
Low magnesium may be one cause of premenstrual disorders. It may lead to nervous system problems and mental health symptoms related to PMS.
What they did
This article discusses how magnesium deficiency causes premenstrual disorders. It explains its effects on the nervous system and mental health.
What they found
Magnesium deficiency appears to be one component of what causes premenstrual disorders. Low magnesium may explain why symptoms vary between women and why premenstrual disorders affect the nervous system and mental health.
What it means for you
Low magnesium might be one reason some women develop premenstrual symptoms, especially affecting mood and nerve function. This discusses theory rather than testing magnesium supplements in a study. More research would be needed to show if magnesium treatment helps.
About the study
- Original title
- [Role of magnesium in the pathogenesis of premenstrual disorders]
- Authors
- Ventskivs'ka IB, Senchuk AIa
- Journal
- Likars'ka sprava
- Year
- 2005
- Study design
- Study
- What was tested
- Not applicable - this is a review discussing magnesium's role.
- Read the paper
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16498787/
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