Mónica Pérez, a biologist specializing in microbiota: "Remember that magnesium, like all supplements, should be a boost, not the solution to all your problems."
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Magnesium has gained popularity as an essential supplement for improving sleep, relieving stress , and regulating bowel movements, but blindly relying on its benefits can lead to a misguided view of health. The warning comes from Mónica Pérez, a biologist specializing in microbiota , who emphasizes that its use must be accompanied by a broader approach to well-being.
“ Remember that magnesium, like all supplements, should be a boost, not the solution to all your problems ,” warns the specialist in a video posted on her Instagram account ( @somosmicrobiota ) . Despite its properties for combating cramps, facilitating sleep, or reducing anxiety, consuming different types of magnesium without proper evaluation can be counterproductive .
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The overuse of dietary supplements has grown alongside the search for quick fixes for fatigue, brain fog, or digestive discomfort . However, Pérez reminds us that no supplement replaces healthy lifestyle habits . “Magnesium helps. A lot. But it doesn't do the work for you,” he emphasizes, insisting that its effectiveness only makes sense when accompanied by adequate rest, a good diet, and regular physical activity.
The specialist believes it's essential to "listen to your body" before seeking relief from supplements. Her message isn't to discredit magnesium , but rather invites us to reflect on its true function: to support, not replace . "The problem is if you think you need all types of magnesium at once," she warns.
Magnesium shouldn't become a crutch that hides deeper imbalances . As Pérez explains, true change begins with adopting a holistic view of health. "First, listen to your body. Then, supplement wisely ," he concludes. This reflection opens a necessary debate about the role of supplements in daily routine: useful, but never a substitute for a conscious and balanced life.
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