Evidence supporting the use of: Magnesiium
For the health condition: Dizziness

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Magnesium has some scientific support for its use in treating certain causes of dizziness, particularly those related to migraine-associated vertigo. Magnesium plays a role in neuromuscular function and vascular regulation, and deficiency has been linked to neurological symptoms, including dizziness. Clinical studies have shown that magnesium supplementation can reduce the frequency and severity of migraine attacks, which are sometimes accompanied by vertigo or dizziness. For example, a 2012 review in "The Journal of Headache and Pain" suggests magnesium's efficacy in migraine prophylaxis, including cases where dizziness is a symptom.

However, for other types of dizziness—such as that caused by vestibular disorders, orthostatic hypotension, or inner ear problems—there is little direct evidence that magnesium supplementation is beneficial. Most guidelines recommend magnesium primarily in the context of migraine-related dizziness, and not as a general treatment for all forms of dizziness.

In summary, while magnesium is not a universal remedy for dizziness, there is moderate scientific validation for its use in specific scenarios, particularly migraine-associated vertigo. Its use outside this context remains unsupported by robust scientific evidence.

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