Can magnesium cause weight loss?

Question

I've been struggling to lose weight for a while now. A friend told me that magnesium supplements might help with metabolism and weight loss. Is there any truth to this claim, or is it just a myth?

O P Sharma · Accepted Answer

In my experience, magnesium won't miraculously make you lose weight on its own. It does help you sleep better and improves digestion, which naturally keeps the body healthy. Don't expect dramatic weight loss just from a supplement.

Nidhi Shah · Answer

Magnesium helps manage insulin and blood sugar, which can support weight management, but it's not a weight loss pill. Focus on a balanced diet with green leafy vegetables and whole grains instead of relying on supplements for weight loss.

Shreya Ghoshal · Answer

I was also reading up on this because I suddenly lost a kilo after starting magnesium and got so worried! But then I realized it might just be because it cleared up my chronic constipation. Make sure you aren't losing too much weight too fast, okay?

Rajiv Nambiar · Answer

Be careful with high doses of magnesium. I ended up with severe diarrhea and lost weight rapidly due to dehydration, which was very dangerous for my kidneys. If you are experiencing sudden weight loss, please stop the pills and see a doctor.

Deepak Johri · Answer

Yes, true. It mostly just helps reduce water retention and improves bowel movements, which might look like minor weight loss on the scale.

Anjali Patil · Answer

Haan na, magnesium direct weight loss nahi karta, but tummy soft ho jata hai toh light feel hota hai. Don't use it just for reducing weight, proper diet is more important, ho na?

Can magnesium cause weight loss?

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