Taking Magnesium After 60? Your Kidneys May Already Be at RISK Surgeon Approved | Senior Health Tips

Are you taking magnesium supplements to help with sleep, leg cramps, or heart health? While magnesium is essential, taking too much—especially after age 60—can lead to serious health complications that many seniors aren't aware of. In today's video, we dive deep into the world of Magnesium toxicity (Hypermagnesemia). We’ll discuss why the kidneys’ ability to process minerals changes as we age and how a "healthy supplement" can quickly become a health risk. This guide is surgeon-approved and tailored specifically for senior health and safety. ⚠️ Key Red Flags to Watch For: If you are over 60 and experiencing these symptoms while taking supplements, consult your doctor immediately: Muscle weakness or lethargy Nausea and abdominal cramping Irregular heartbeat (Arrhythmia) Low blood pressure (Hypotension) Confusion or "brain fog" 💡 Why This Matters for Seniors As we age, our kidney function naturally declines. Since the kidneys are responsible for filtering excess magnesium out of the body, seniors are at a higher risk for build-up. Combined with certain medications for heart disease or osteoporosis, the wrong dose can be dangerous. Subscribe for more health tips for seniors! #MagnesiumSideEffects #SeniorHealth #HealthyAging #MagnesiumOverdose #SupplementSafety #HealthTipsForSeniors #SurgeonAdvice #vitaminsforseniors 🔬 Research Sources Cited in This Video: Rosanoff et al. “Suboptimal Magnesium Status in the United States.” Nutrition Reviews. 2012. Elin et al. “Assessment of Magnesium Status.” Clinical Chemistry. 2010. DiNicolantonio et al. “Magnesium for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease.” Open Heart. 2018. Gums et al. “Magnesium in Cardiovascular and Other Disorders.” American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy. 2004. Jahnen-Dechent et al. “Magnesium Basics.” Clinical Kidney Journal. 2012. Guerrera et al. “Role of Magnesium in the Aging Process.” Nutrients. 2009. Barbagallo et al. “Magnesium Homeostasis and Aging.” Magnesium Research. 2016. Firoz et al. “Comparison of Magnesium Supplements.” Magnesium Research. 2001. Ranade et al. “Bioavailability of Magnesium Supplements.” Journal of the American College of Nutrition. 2001. Laires et al. “Magnesium and Aging.” Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. 2004. Saris et al. “Magnesium Intake and Health.” Clinical Nutrition. 2000. Costello et al. “Magnesium and the Heart.” Journal of the American College of Cardiology. 2016. de Baaij et al. “Magnesium in Human Health and Disease.” Physiological Reviews. 2015. Bressendorff et al. “Magnesium Supplementation in Older Adults.” Journal of Nutrition, Health and Aging. 2017. _______________________________________________________________ ►Disclaimer: PrimeYearsHealth does not provide medical advice and the information provided throughout our videos, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images, and other materials, are entirely intended for informational purposes. The content of iSenior's videos is not intended to replace the professional medical advice that you should seek from your doctor. All the information presented in these videos is for educational purposes only. ►Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for 'fair use' for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS.