Magnesium

Magnesium is an essential mineral in the human body. It plays a key role in DNA and RNA synthesis and in the production of ATP.

Forms of administration
Magnesium may be taken as an oral supplement but may not be well absorbed. Other forms of magnesium administration include transdermal magnesium and intramuscular magnesium injections.

Research
A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of 20 CFS patients found that CFS had lower red blood cell magnesium than healthy controls. Patients treated with intramuscular magnesium sulphate for six weeks had higher self-reported energy levels, better emotional state and less pain on the Nottingham health profile when compared to placebo.