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Magnesium supplementation for the management of essential hypertension in adults.

Author: BeyerF R, CampbellF, CookJ V, DickinsonH O, FordG A, MasonJ, NicolsonD J

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Meta-AnalysisA statistical technique that integrates the results of multiple studies to draw more general conclusions about a particular issue.
ReviewAn article that critically examines existing research on a particular topic and summarizes the current state of knowledge in the field.
Systematic ReviewA review that systematically collects, evaluates, and integrates relevant research to answer a specific research question.

Overview

Magnesium supplementation may reduce diastolic blood pressure, but the evidence is weak due to poor quality trials. Larger, longer duration, and better quality trials are needed to assess the effect of magnesium on blood pressure and cardiovascular outcomes.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Epidemiological evidence on the effects of magnesium on blood pressure is inconsistent. Metabolic and experimental studies suggest that magnesium may have a role in the regulation of blood pressure. OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the effects of magnesium supplementation as treatment for primar...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD004640.pub2

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Magnesium Supplementation for Hypertension: A Critical Review

This study delves into the complex relationship between magnesium and blood pressure, a topic that has been the subject of much debate and research. The researchers, like detectives meticulously piecing together evidence, have conducted a comprehensive review of available research on magnesium supplementation for the treatment of primary hypertension. Their findings paint a nuanced picture, revealing inconsistencies in the existing research, and highlighting the need for further investigation to clarify the role of magnesium in blood pressure regulation.

The Need for Further Research

The study emphasizes the limitations of the available research, highlighting the need for larger, longer-duration, and higher-quality trials to provide definitive answers. It's like embarking on an expedition into the unknown, seeking definitive answers to the complex questions surrounding the potential benefits of magnesium supplementation for hypertension.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study reminds us that the quest for effective treatments for hypertension continues. While the evidence for magnesium supplementation is currently inconclusive, it encourages us to continue exploring its potential benefits and to conduct rigorous research to provide more definitive answers.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2006-10-16
  2. Date Revised 2018-12-21
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Pubmed ID

16856052

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1002/14651858.CD004640.pub2

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