Magnesium is a vital component of bones and teeth. It is closely involved in the release of energy and the correct functioning of the nerves and muscles. This mineral is too often deficient in most people’s diet.
There are 300 different enzymes in the body that are dependent on magnesium. Unfortunately, it is very easy to be deficient in magnesium as typical diets lack the amounts needed. Stress drains this mineral.
Magnesium – lowers high blood pressure, heart pumps better, constricted blood vessels relax for a better blood flow, angina improves, blood clots less likely, lowers cholesterol, asthma, migraines, fibro-myalgia, brain function, osteoporosis, PMS, better sleep, relaxes muscles – cramps, blood sugar problems, grinding teeth at night, chemical sensitivity, bacterial and viral infections, kidney stones, and cravings.
Good food sources are fish, beans, nuts, seeds and green vegetables.