Proper nutrition is key to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. One of the biggest nutrients when it comes to musculoskeletal health is magnesium. This Micronutrient is fantastic at mitigating muscle tension and alleviating cramps. Magnesium also plays a role in energy production and bone mineral density. This nutrient is stored in both muscle and bone and is used for various functions throughout the body including increasing the absorption of calcium.
5 Benefits Of Taking Magnesium
- Decrease Muscle Cramping/Spasms
- Improved Sleep Improve sleep: Magnesium has a muscle relaxing effect, it is often used to relieve tension in the body before sleeping.
- Reduction in Stress and Anxiety
- Overall Increase Of Energy Levels
- Increase Bone Density Improving Bodily Structures (Increases Calcium Absorption)
Recommended Intake For Magnesium
- For Males – 400mg per day
- For Females – 300mg per day
Top 10 Foods That Contain Magnesium
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