Diabetes insipidus is a rare disorder that occurs when a person's kidneys pass an abnormally large volume of urine that is insipidâdilute and odorless. In most people, the kidneys pass about 1 to 2 quarts of urine a day. In people with diabetes insipidus, the kidneys can pass 3 to 20 quarts of urine a day.
The amount of magnesium you need depends on your age and sex. Average daily recommended amounts are listed below in milligrams (mg): Magnesium is found naturally in many foods and is added to some fortified foods. You can get recommended amounts of magnesium by eating a variety of foods, including the following: 1  Legumes, nuts, seeds, whole grains, and green leafy vegetables (such as spinach) 2  Fortified breakfast cereals and other fortified foods. 3  Milk, yogurt, and some other milk products.
Your doctor will tell you how much iron you need to take every day. Typically, adults need to get between 60 and 120 mg of iron a day. The best way to take the supplement so that you absorb the greatest amount of iron is to take it in two or more doses during the day.