Experts warn symptoms may reappear after stopping magnesium supplements

Health experts said people who abruptly discontinue magnesium supplements may see a return of symptoms such as poorer sleep quality and muscle cramps. According to a report published by Free Well Health, magnesium is a key mineral involved in hundreds of biological processes in the body, and its supplements are commonly used to support sleep and reduce stress. The report noted that the mineral plays a role in regulating the body's biological clock and melatonin output, which can cause sleep quality to decline in some users. Because magnesium also supports muscle function and contraction, physically active individuals may experience a return of cramps and muscle pain if they stop taking it. Falling magnesium levels can also raise stress and anxiety through the mineral's effect on the nervous system. Experts said prolonged or severe deficiency can produce fatigue, loss of appetite and nausea, and in serious cases more severe complications such as heart rhythm disturbances and numbness. They added that magnesium deficiency is rare in healthy people with balanced diets, and advised anyone with persistent symptoms or other health conditions to consult a doctor before starting or stopping supplementation.