Proper assessment of finger length requires a measurement of the length of the third finger - which is measured as the distance between the tip of the third finger and the proximal finger crease seperating the third finger from the palm (see picture).
Since many people do not get enough of this essential mineral in their diet, they may need to get it by taking a magnesium supplement. However, since there are many different types of magnesium supplements, many people do not know which type of magnesium supplement they should take. The different types of magnesium supplements include magnesium sulfate, magnesium citrate, magnesium hydroxide, magnesium oxide, magnesium gluconate, and magnesium lactate.
A health care provider will follow magnesium levels closely to determine whether magnesium supplementation is necessary in individuals taking digoxin. Diuretics -- Two types of diuretics known as loop (such as furosemide or Lasix) and thiazide (including hydrochlorothiazide) can deplete magnesium levels. For this reason, doctors who prescribe diuretics may consider recommending magnesium supplements as well.