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Magnesium & Its Over 300 Uses

  • Jun 4, 2021
  • 2 min read

Updated: Feb 4


“Patients with diagnoses of depression, epilepsy, diabetes mellitus, tremor, Parkinsonism, arrhythmias... might also be consequences of magnesium deficiency syndrome.”


Journal of the American College of Nutrition



What is Magnesium?

Magnesium is the 4th most abundant mineral in the body and one of the six essential macro-minerals we need in amounts greater than 250mg daily. It’s a critical co-factor in over 300 enzymatic reactions including:


  • Energy production

  • DNA & protein synthesis

  • Muscle and nerve function

  • Blood sugar regulation

  • Detoxification

  • Temperature regulation

  • Hormone production

  • Bone and tooth formation


Magnesium’s Essential Roles


Heart & Cardiovascular Support

  • Regulates healthy heart rhythm

  • Supports healthy blood pressure

  • Aids circulation and cholesterol levels

  • Prevents arrhythmias and heart palpitations


Brain & Nervous System

  • Calms the nervous system

  • Improves mood, memory, and focus

  • Aids in treating anxiety, depression, OCD

  • Helps with migraines, brain fog, ADHD, and stress disorders


Muscles & Movement

  • Relaxes muscles and prevents cramps

  • Relieves chronic back pain, joint stiffness, and tendonitis

  • Helps with restless leg syndrome


Blood Sugar & Hormones

  • Improves insulin sensitivity

  • Assists in metabolic health and cholesterol regulation

  • Helps with PMS, period pain, and hormonal balance


Sleep & Energy

  • Supports deep, restful sleep

  • Fights fatigue and adrenal burnout

  • Regulates melatonin production


Bone, Teeth & Skin

  • Supports bone density and calcium metabolism

  • Improves skin conditions like eczema, acne, and psoriasis

  • Prevents osteoporosis and dental issues


Detoxification & Immunity

  • Aids liver detoxification

  • Boosts immune function

  • Helps remove internal toxins



Symptoms of Magnesium Deficiency

  • Constipation, bloating

  • High blood pressure, heart issues

  • Anxiety, depression, insomnia

  • Fatigue, brain fog

  • Headaches, migraines

  • Muscle cramps, weakness

  • PMS, menstrual pain

  • Poor sleep, restlessness

  • Skin conditions, allergies

  • Poor bone density

  • Blood sugar imbalances

  • Mood swings, irritability


Magnesium Deficiency Is Linked To...

  • Chronic fatigue syndrome

  • Adrenal fatigue

  • Fibromyalgia

  • Heart disease

  • Diabetes & insulin resistance

  • Hypertension

  • Osteoporosis

  • Restless leg syndrome

  • Seizures & tremors

  • ADHD & behavioural disorders

  • Kidney stones

  • Migraines

  • Sudden cardiac death (especially in CHF patients)


Why Are So Many People Deficient?

  • Soil depletion = nutrient-poor food

  • Stress = burns through magnesium stores

  • Sugar = every molecule of sugar uses 54 magnesium molecules

  • Caffeine & alcohol = act as diuretics, flushing magnesium

  • Prescription medications = contraceptives, antibiotics, blood pressure meds

  • Poor sleep, processed foods, environmental toxins, fluoride exposure


Top Magnesium-Rich Foods

  • Green leafy vegetables (spinach, kale)

  • Avocados, bananas, figs, raspberries

  • Almonds, cashews, pumpkin seeds

  • Black beans, chickpeas, kidney beans

  • Broccoli, green beans, artichokes

  • Salmon, mackerel, tuna

  • Brown rice, oats

  • Raw cacao

  • Baked beans


🛠 How to Replenish Magnesium

Eat magnesium-rich, organic whole foods

Use ionic magnesium drops

Apply magnesium oil topically

Soak in Epsom salt baths (also provides sulfur for detox)



Recommended Product

Magnesium Bisglycinate  – a highly absorbable, gentle form


Always choose magnesium in its most natural, bioavailable form. Whole food or ionic forms are ideal.



📌 Reminder


Magnesium is essential for total body function. Without it, no system runs optimally. If you're stressed, tired, inflamed, or just not feeling “yourself,” magnesium may be the missing link.


Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplements or herbs.




 
 
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