Articles tagged with Magnesium
CWRU scientists discover that applying magnesium to calcium-activated potassium channels reduces blood pressure by causing blood vessels to dilate. This research may help explain why magnesium supplements are effective in managing hypertension.
Researchers used two techniques to examine the electronic structure of magnesium diboride, revealing interactions between electron holes that contribute to its superconductivity. The findings provide new insight into the material's properties and may lead to improved magnetic resonance imaging and electric power transmission.
A large international trial found that magnesium sulphate reduced the risk of eclampsia by over half and maternal death by 45% compared to placebo. The treatment was also associated with a lower incidence of side effects.
Researchers at the University of California, Davis, predict that lithium borocarbide can be a superconductor at temperatures as low as minus 280 F. They propose using 'field-effect doping' to modify the material, which could lead to better performance than existing superconductors like magnesium diboride.
A recent study suggests that consuming less trans fat and increasing magnesium, vitamin B6, and B12 intake can help prevent artery calcification. Researchers found that adequate magnesium levels can mitigate the risk of calcified ridges in arteries, which can block blood flow.
A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests that lifelong dietary intakes of potassium, magnesium and fruit and vegetables are determinants of bone mineral density in elderly men and women. Eating fruits and vegetables can help prevent osteoporosis by neutralizing acidity and maintaining bone health.
Patients with long-standing Crohn disease in remission showed significant nutritional and functional deficiencies, especially in males with high prednisone doses. This study highlights the importance of comprehensive nutritional assessment over single-dimensional assessments.
A Duke University study found that patients who received magnesium during CPR were 69% less likely to experience brain damage and had better neurological outcomes. The researchers discovered that magnesium may have neuroprotective effects by preventing calcium flow into brain cells, but more trials are needed to confirm the results.