A neuroscientist has issued a reminder for women over 50 to pay closer attention to magnesium in their diets, pointing to the mineral’s importance across hundreds of functions in the human body.
In comments highlighted by Hindustan Times, the neuroscientist said magnesium supports more than 300 processes. The warning comes with a specific note for older women: after 50, if magnesium intake is not sufficient, the body may compensate by taking magnesium from reserves stored in bones.
The neuroscientist advised that women in this age group should make magnesium a priority through everyday food choices. The message also included the option of using supplements, suggesting they may be considered when diet alone does not meet the requirement.
Magnesium is widely associated with multiple systems in the body. While the report did not list individual symptoms or recommended daily amounts, the central message focused on ensuring regular intake as age increases, particularly for women.
The report also stressed that the concern is not limited to a single function. Instead, magnesium is presented as a mineral that contributes broadly to the body’s ongoing maintenance, which is why the neuroscientist emphasised consistent consumption rather than occasional intake.
The guidance shared in the report was practical: choose magnesium-rich foods as a first step and consider supplements where needed. The emphasis remained on prioritising magnesium because of its wide involvement in essential processes and the potential impact of low intake on bone mineral stores after the age of 50.