T. Gondii parasite found in tap water causes magnesium d3ficiency & joint pain

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GUIDELINE for Toxoplasma gondii infection — ABCD cats & vets
In patients with chronic toxoplasmosis, a parasitic infection, magnesium levels in the blood are often found to be significantly lower than in healthy individuals. This observation was made in studies comparing magnesium levels in patients with positive IgG antibodies against Toxoplasma gondii and healthy controls. The decrease in magnesium levels appears to be specific to magnesium, as zinc levels do not show a similar pattern.
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Lower Magnesium Levels:
Studies have consistently shown that individuals with chronic toxoplasmosis have lower magnesium levels in their blood compared to healthy individuals.