Khaberni - A study conducted by Turkish researchers revealed that a lack of magnesium in the diet increases the frequency of headaches and raises stress levels in humans.
The researchers analyzed the diets and health status of employees at a university in Turkey, including 150 individuals aged between 19 and 65 years. They were asked to fill out questionnaires about their health condition and dietary habits, which focused on the richness of essential elements in the participants' diets.
The scientists assessed the impact of headaches on daily life (HIT-6) and the level of perceived stress (PSS-10) among the study participants, and separately analyzed the frequency of magnesium-rich foods in the diets of those included in the study.
The results showed that individuals with a deficiency in magnesium intake had significantly higher headache index scores, meaning that headaches were more obstructive to their work and daily activities. Moreover, the level of stress in this group was also higher, although this effect was less statistically pronounced. The researchers also found that as participants consumed more magnesium in their diet, their average headache and stress levels decreased.
The study's leaders mentioned that magnesium is involved in many processes in the nervous system, so its deficiency can lead to increased sensitivity to stress and pain.
Many doctors and health experts confirm that magnesium helps ease nervous tension, improves sleep quality, reduces anxiety, and supports heart function and energy metabolism in the body after exercise.
