Magnesium, one of my FAVOURITE nutrients. It is a ‘macro-mineral’, meaning it is needed in huge amounts. It is used in about 300 pathways in the body, but is sadly deficient in many people. It is used to support you in times of stress and inflammation, it is also cardio-protective, helping to regulate blood pressure and balance your mood… the list can go on and on. SEO Company in Goa

Did you know that 99% of magnesium is stored in your bones, muscles and non-muscular soft tissue? Osteoporosis is often treated by just a calcium supplement (and usually not an ideal form of calcium- another story!), calcium and magnesium are BOTH what keep bones and teeth strong. It is like the concrete maker for bones.

Magnesium is a co-factor and cell regulator. Your body cannot function 100% without sufficient magnesium.

Why is it low in so many people?  
Stress and lack of magnesium rich foods in the diet. At times of stress your bodies requirements for magnesium are higher, and the diet often doesn’t provide enough as it is. Not long ago our food was very magnesium dense, but not any more. With the increase in consumption of processed foods this also reduces how much magnesium you take in. Factoring this with possibility of reduced nutrient absorption because of SEO Service in Goa allergies or bacteria and stress, and you now have a deficiency. It really isn’t that hard to become magnesium deficient.

What happens if magnesium is deficient?
Magnesium deficiency has been linked to: high blood pressure, muscular tension, restless legs, neurotransmitter reduction, fatigue, headaches and migraines, asthma, diabetes, PMS, insomnia, mood imbalance, bone degeneration, decrease liver detoxification, fibromyalgia, inflammation.

Should I take a supplement?
You could take a supplement, but the problem with supplements is they are not all created equally. So I never suggest just going and buying any old magnesium supplement, unless under the guidance of a Practitioner. Some magnesiums can actually be harmful if taken for too long a period of time. And some are absorbed better than others. And some forms are better for certain conditions.

What foods are high in magnesium?
Dark green leafy vegies, nuts (especially brazil nuts) , seeds, raw cacao powder (not milk chocolate ;)).

Reduce soft drinks, sugar and processed grains as these all reduce magnesium levels in the body.

Enjoy! 🙂

Suzi Le Fanue
www.integratedwellnessclinic.com.au
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