Magnesium deficiency caused by proton pump inhibitors

The number of users of IPP (stomach acid reducers such omeprazole) is increasing.

When taking these drugs on the long term, cases of severe hypomagnesemia were observed causing muscle spasms, arrhythmias etc. .. It is therefore necessary to supplement specifically those under IPP.

Involved in over 300 enzyme systems, magnesium is an essential element to our balance. Involved in muscle, bone, heart, and nervous level, it is essential that the nutritional intake is sufficient.

About one-third of magnesium present in food is absorbed and even if it is found in cereals, chocolate, dried fruits and vegetables, most of us do not consume it enough.

The RDA (recommended daily allowance) is 375 mg of Mg element.

Glycine as acid amine is an excellent "carrier" of magnesium because it allows optimum absorption of it.