Magnesium and Vitamin D effective for depressionCombined oral supplementation with magnesium plus vitamin D alleviates mild to moderate depressive symptoms related to long-COVID: an open-label randomized, controlled clinical trial.
We explored the effectiveness of magnesium coupled with vitamin D in easing depressive symptoms among individuals with long-COVID. Our study involved 60 participants suffering from mild to moderate depression, hypomagnesemia, and vitamin D deficiency.
Over four months, those who received both magnesium and vitamin D showed significant improvements in their depression scores compared to those who only took vitamin D. Specifically, a notable 73% of the magnesium group achieved significant relief, positioning this combination as a promising treatment for depression linked to long-COVID.
Mild side effects were noted but did not lead to any withdrawals, indicating the safety of this treatment option.
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Magnesium intake reduces depression riskDietary Magnesium Intake in Relation to Depression in Adults: A GRADE-Assessed Systematic Review and Dose-Response Meta-analysis of Epidemiologic Studies.
We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis exploring how dietary magnesium (Mg) intake connects with depression among adults. By reviewing data from over 63,000 individuals, we found that those with the highest magnesium intake had a 34% lower chance of experiencing depression compared to those with the lowest intake.
Furthermore, our analysis indicated that every increase of 100 mg per day in magnesium intake was linked to a 7% reduced risk of depression. These findings suggest that increasing dietary magnesium could play a valuable role in lowering depression risk.
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Magnesium linked to lower depression riskAssociation between nutrient patterns and odds of depressive symptomatology: a population-based cohort of older adults followed during 15-y.
We examined how various nutrient patterns affect depressive symptoms in older adults through a detailed study involving over 1,000 participants.
By evaluating nutrient intake and depressive symptoms over more than 15 years, we found that those with a diet high in magnesium and several other nutrients had significantly lower odds of experiencing depressive symptoms.
This suggests that nutrients, particularly magnesium, might play a crucial role in supporting mental health in older adults.
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Magnesium deficiency correlates with depressionMagnesium depletion score and depression: a positive correlation among US adults.
This study examined the relationship between magnesium deficiency, measured by the Magnesium Depletion Score (MDS), and depression among U.S. adults. We analyzed data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, focusing on those with moderate to severe depression.
Our findings revealed a significant link—higher MDS scores led to an increased risk of depression. Specifically, for each unit rise in MDS, the chance of developing depression increased by 13%. Interestingly, those with severe magnesium deficiency saw a staggering 58% rise in depression likelihood. This suggests that improving magnesium levels could be beneficial for both preventing and treating depression.
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Magnesium levels linked to depressionAssociations between magnesium depletion score and depression among individuals aged 20 to 60 years.
This study examined how magnesium deficiency relates to depression in adults aged 20 to 60. By using the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey data from 2005 to 2018, we analyzed the magnesium depletion score (MDS) while assessing depression through the Patient Health Questionnaire-9.
Our findings reveal a positive association: as the MDS increases, so does the likelihood of depression. Each one-unit rise in MDS raises the odds of depression. However, results varied with different MDS levels. While these results are promising, further research is necessary to understand the underlying mechanisms better.
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