Magnesium is a vital mineral that supports a variety of bodily functions.
- It can be found in
- Leafy greens
- Nuts
- Seeds
- Beans
- Soy milk
- Peanut butter
- and many other foods.
- Magnesium helps regulate
- Blood sugar levels
- Blood pressure
- Athletic performance
- Nerve and muscle functioning
- Heart rhythm
- Cholesterol production
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Bone health
- Headaches
- Sleep, and more.
- A magnesium deficiency increases the risk of
- Heart attack
- Stroke
- Diabetes
- Osteoporosis
- and other health problems.
The recommended dietary allowance of magnesium is
- 360 mg per day for individuals under 19 years of age
- 310 mg per day for those 19 to 30 years of age
- 320 mg per day for people 31 and older.
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