Firstly, “what’s magnesium good for” is a fairly common question. Also, what is it? In short, it’s a mineral consumed through our diet and is involved in hundreds of biochemical reactions. So, it is found in the earth, sea, plants, animals and humans as Health line’s blog articulates. Also, one of magnesium’s primary functions is regulating muscle and nerve control. Moreover, side effects include muscle twitching, weakness, poor sleep and fatigue.
Daily Dosage Recommendations
Therefore, each day try to consume some of the foods mentioned below. If too little is still consumed, purchase a multivitamin. Because this will be your insurance policy.
Women; 315 mg per day
Men: 410 mg per day
Magnesium amounts in Food
Particularly, foods including dark chocolate, banana, potato, nuts (almonds) and beans contain high doses. As well as, seeds, fatty fish, dark green leafy vegetables, avocados and tofu. Moreover, here are some examples of magnesium containing foods. Also, if you don’t like any of the foods listed, get Googling the ones you do! Because there are plenty.
Pumpkin seeds 30g = 156mg
Almonds 30g = 80mg
Cooked Spinach 100g = roughly 90mg
2 slices wholemeal bread = 45mg
Potato medium – roughly 50mg
Avocado 100g = 27mg
Banana 100g = 25mg
Salmon 100g = 30mg
What is Magnesium Good for?
Following on, below are some benefits that magnesium provides.
Improved sleep and insomnia
Improve brain function fighting depression
Improved testosterone, muscle building and strength
Maximised protein synthesis
Decreased inflammation
Improves heart health
Stronger bones and osteoporosis prevention
Improves insulin sensitivity
Prevents diabetes
Alleviates hyperactive behaviour (ADHD)
Calms nerves and muscles
Reduces cortisol (stress hormone)
Lastly, do you consume enough magnesium? Or do you suffer from the side effects of having too little?
We hope this blog helps you incorporate more magnesium rich foods into your diet! Which foods that include this mighty mineral do you like?
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