Evidence supporting the use of: Magnesium
For the body system: Uterus
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3
Magnesium is scientifically validated for certain uses in supporting the uterus, particularly in obstetric and gynecological contexts. Its most established use is in the management of preeclampsia and eclampsia (severe complications of pregnancy characterized by high blood pressure and risk of seizures). Magnesium sulfate is the standard treatment to prevent and control eclamptic seizures, and this practice is widely endorsed by clinical guidelines and supported by multiple randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews.1
Beyond eclampsia, some evidence suggests magnesium may help reduce the frequency and severity of uterine muscle cramps (dysmenorrhea) and premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms, although results are mixed and the studies are generally of moderate quality.2 Magnesium is believed to influence smooth muscle contractility by blocking calcium channels, which can help relax uterine muscles and reduce spasms.
However, for the routine support of general uterine health in non-pregnant women, the evidence is less robust. Its use outside of the above indications is not broadly supported by high-quality research. Thus, while there is scientific validation for magnesium’s use in specific uterine-related conditions, especially in pregnancy complications, the overall strength of evidence for general uterine support is moderate.
1 Altman D, Carroli G, Duley L, et al. Do women with pre-eclampsia, and their babies, benefit from magnesium sulphate? The Magpie Trial: a randomised placebo-controlled trial. Lancet. 2002.
2 Proctor ML, Murphy PA. Herbal and dietary therapies for primary and secondary dysmenorrhoea. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2001.
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Clary sage
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Other body systems supported by magnesium
AcetylcholineAdrenal Glands
Arteries
Blood
Brain
Circulatory System
Cortisol
Digestive System
Dopamine
Dopamine
GABA
Glandular System
Heart
Heart
Hypothalamus
Immune System
Intestinal System
Large Intestines (Colon)
Male Reproductive System
Mitochondria
Muscles
Nerves
Ovaries
Parasympathetic Nervous System
Parathyroid Glands
Progesterone
Reproductive System
Senses
Serotonin
Skeletal System (Bones)
Skin
Small Intestines
Solar Plexus
Specific Hormones
Stomach
Structural System
Sympathetic Nervous System
Teeth
Testes
Testosterone
Thyroid Gland
Uterus
Veins
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