Great question, and no, the protocol hasn't really changed. Magnesium supplements are still a concern for people with MG. The key distinction is this:
- Food sources of magnesium (nuts, seeds, dark leafy greens) are generally considered safe
- Small amounts in multivitamins are usually okay for most people with MG
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Great question, and no, the protocol hasn't really changed. Magnesium supplements are still a concern for people with MG. The key distinction is this:
- Food sources of magnesium (nuts, seeds, dark leafy greens) are generally considered safe
- Small amounts in multivitamins are usually okay for most people with MG
- Magnesium supplements in higher doses remain a concern, especially IV magnesium
- Always check with your neurologist before adding any magnesium supplement
Magnesium can interfere with the nerve-muscle signaling that MG already disrupts, which is why supplement doses need caution. Also worth noting — magnesium can interact with several common medications, including certain antibiotics, diuretics, and proton pump inhibitors. Always loop in your healthcare team before adding anything new.
As for diet helping mental and emotional health — that's a really valid and important point. Feeling in control of what goes into your body is genuinely empowering, and many MGteam members share that same experience. That sense of agency matters.
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