Should You be Taking Magnesium?

Magnesium is an important mineral that is abundant in our environment and our body. It is crucial to our health and is involved in hundreds of chemical reactions in our body.

At Relish Health, I view food as medicine. Luckily, magnesium is readily available in foods. I often encourage foods that are generally high in fiber like legumes, whole grains and vegetables because they are also high in magnesium. Broccoli, squash, leafy greens, nuts and seeds, and my personal favorite, chocolate are all particularly high in this important mineral. For all its abundance, however, magnesium deficiencies are common in the US. The US Department of Agriculture estimates that 68% of the US population is not meeting the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of this important mineral.

Because deficiencies are common, supplementing with magnesium can be helpful in some cases. Nourishing our bodies with the nutrients it needs can help improve a number of concerns like constipation, migraines, PMS, blood sugar control and even our mood. There are a number of available forms of magnesium so picking the appropriate version of the supplement is important.

At Relish Health, I often recommend one of these forms of magnesium:

·      Magnesium glycinate is a highly-absorbable form of magnesium. It is useful for relaxation, PMS and cardiovascular health among other indications.

·      Magnesium citrate, on the other hand, is less absorbed. It tends to stay in the gastrointestinal tract and promotes loose stools. This version of magnesium is useful to address constipation.

·      Epson salts are magnesium sulfate. Enjoying a warm bath infused with these salt crystals can provide relaxation not only for the mind, but also tight muscles and joints.

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