Top Benefits of Magnesium: Why This Mighty Mineral Matters

Did you know that many medical conditions could be linked to magnesium deficiency? And with modern day lifestyles and bad diets a large part of the population is thought to be deficient in it. Signs of deficiency include muscle weakness and spasms, low energy and feeling very stressed.

You can increase levels of magnesium through food by eating leafy greens, nuts, seeds, beans, fish and dark chocolate. You can also absorb magnesium through the skin by swimming in saltwater or using Epsom salts when you bathe. Thermal waters include high levels of magnesium, so a thermal spa break can also help restore levels in a focused and efficient way. In this post, we round up the key highlights.

It's good for healthy ageing

Low magnesium levels are linked to chronic inflammation, which is a major reason for accelerated ageing and chronic disease. As we age, we tend to develop low-grade chronic inflammation. Healthy levels of magnesium will fight inflammation and keep CRP levels down (inflammatory markers). It can help avoid the onset of cardiovascular diseases, such as diabetes and low blood pressure.

It's good for our mental health

Many functional medicine doctors advocate prescribing magnesium supplements instead of anti-depressants for people who are suffering from depression and anxiety. Studies have shown that low magnesium levels have been linked with depressive symptoms and that magnesium could be a cheap and safe way to treat depression in the first instance.

It's good for our bones and menstrual health

Studies have shown that magnesium deficiency contributes to osteoporosis and the weakening of the bones — especially for post-menopausal women, so it's especially important to keep levels high to keep our bones strong. It can also help with PMS symptoms such as water retention, tiredness and irritability.

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