Magnesium Matters More Than You Think - Especially if You're a Women over 40

Christine Hannon
Oct 7
3 min read

Many people turn to IV therapy for hydration or an energy boost, but one of the most powerful ingredients in our IV drips is also one of the most overlooked:

👉 Magnesium - a mineral that’s crucial for nearly every system in your body, and if you're a woman over 40, the stakes are even higher.

Magnesium vs. Calcium – Why Balance Matters

Many women are told to take calcium supplements for bone health, especially during and after menopause. But what they’re not told is that calcium needs magnesium to work properly.

These two minerals are biological opposites:

Calcium tightens muscles and activates nerves
Magnesium relaxes muscles and calms the nervous system

When there’s too much calcium and not enough magnesium, it can throw your body out of balance, leading to symptoms like:

Muscle cramps and tension
Headaches or migraines
Anxiety or irritability
Trouble sleeping
High blood pressure
Even calcium buildup in soft tissues (like arteries and joints)

Why Magnesium Deficiency Is So Common, Especially in Women Over 40

Even if you're eating a healthy diet, it's still easy to become magnesium deficient.

Common causes of magnesium depletion:

High stress levels
Caffeine and alcohol consumption
Sweating from exercise or sauna use
Gut issues that reduce nutrient absorption
Diets low in magnesium-rich foods (leafy greens, seeds, legumes)

And here’s the kicker: Most calcium-rich foods (like dairy) don’t contain much magnesium.

That means many women, especially those taking calcium supplements for menopause, may be inadvertently creating an imbalance that worsens sleep, stress, and even bone health.

How Magnesium Supports Bone Health in Menopause

Think calcium is the only nutrient that matters for bones? Think again.

🔍 Magnesium is essential for:

Regulating bone density
Activating vitamin D
Helping calcium get into your bones - not your arteries

Studies show that low magnesium levels are linked to osteoporosis, especially in postmenopausal women. Without it, calcium can do more harm than good.

The Power of Magnesium IV Therapy

At Therannu Restorative Spa, all of our core IVs - Wellness, Beauty, and Recovery - include magnesium. We know how essential it is for optimal health, and how common silent deficiencies really are.

Whether you’re here for glowing skin, immune support, hormone balance, or deep recovery, magnesium is the magic mineral doing the work behind the scenes.

While oral magnesium supplements are common, they’re not always well absorbed, especially if you’re under stress or have gut issues.

That’s where IV therapy comes in.

💧 Benefits of IV magnesium:

Immediate absorption, no digestion required
Muscle relaxation and reduced cramps
Calmer mood and reduced anxiety
Better, deeper sleep
Support for nervous system and cardiovascular health

When combined with other nutrients like B vitamins, vitamin C, and glutathione, IV therapy becomes a full-spectrum health and wellness upgrade.