Depending on age and gender, there are estimates from the German Nutrition Society (1) for an adequate daily intake, which Magnesium at 300 to 350 mg for adolescents and adults Nicolai Worm, professor at the German University for Prevention (DHPG), believes that this guideline is too low. According to him, the figures are based on the average for the population. Higher doses are recommended for optimal care.
According to the National Consumption Study II(2), which collected data on the eating habits of Germans between 2005 and 2007, a quarter of men and a third of women are inadequately supplied with the essential mineral. Among girls between 14 and 18, the figure is as high as half. Pregnant women, breastfeeding women and the elderly are also at risk.
Good to know: Your body excretes important minerals, including magnesium, through sweat. So make sure you have an adequate supply of magnesium, especially in summer, when sweating or doing strenuous physical activity.