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Micronutrients & recovery
Magnesium deficiency impairs insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism by affecting the tyrosine kinase activity of the insulin receptor and glycolytic enzymes.
Maintaining adequate magnesium levels supports proper insulin receptor function and glucose metabolism, potentially reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes.
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As well as all other protein kinases, the tyrosine kinase activity of the β-subunit of the insulin receptor is dependent on magnesium concentration, therefore a magnesium deficiency may result in an impaired insulin signal.
Why this rating
Supported by multiple studies cited in the review regarding insulin receptor activity and glucose metabolism.
Source
Magnesium: Biochemistry, Nutrition, Detection, and Social Impact of Diseases Linked to Its Deficiency
Diana Fiorentini et al. · Nutrients · 2021
DOI 10.3390/nu13041136
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