Why is magnesium poorly absorbed without vitamin D?
Magnesium is absorbed worse without vitamin D, as vitamin D regulates the synthesis of receptors and enzymes responsible for transporting magnesium into cells. The higher the level of vitamin D, the more of these proteins are produced, and the more effectively the body absorbs magnesium.
Magnesium and vitamin D are closely related in metabolic processes:
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Vitamin D is involved in regulating the synthesis of receptor proteins and enzymes that are involved in the transport and absorption of magnesium.
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If there is a low level of vitamin D in the body, the activity of magnesium transport systems decreases, and magnesium absorption may not be as effective.
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On the other hand, taking high doses of vitamin D without adequate levels of magnesium can lead to magnesium deficiency because vitamin D increases the body's need for it.
Therefore, magnesium is better absorbed with sufficient levels of vitamin D.
Conversely, vitamin D works more effectively in the presence of adequate amounts of magnesium. Magnesium is an activator of vitamin D. Without it, vitamin D cannot be converted into its active form. Enzymes that depend directly on sufficient levels of magnesium in the body are necessary for this.
Therefore, the intake of vitamin D should be accompanied by the consumption of at least 250-500 mg of magnesium.
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