Symptom Checker
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Blood Magnesium Test
Not getting enough to eat, or not getting enough of the right things to eat, can cause a low magnesium level.
Your doctor will probably advise you to choose more foods rich in magnesium. These include whole grains, beans, dark-green leafy vegetables like spinach and kale, nuts, and pumpkin seeds.
Let's explore some other reasons that may cause or contribute to a low magnesium level. One of these is diarrhea.
Were you having diarrhea around the time your blood was drawn for the magnesium test?
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