If you’re over 50 and feeling more tired, achy, or anxious than usual, magnesium might not be the first thing you think about—but it should be. Studies show that nearly 48% of Americans don’t get enough magnesium from their diet, and the risk increases with age. Many older adults assume they’re eating well, yet still fall short because the body absorbs less magnesium over time. Even more concerning, magnesium deficiency in seniors often goes undetected because standard blood tests don’t always reveal it. This “magnesium gap” is why so many adults over 50 are deficient—and don’t even know it.
