Have you ever thought that a possible deficiency of Magnesium can cause you difficulties to go to the toilet?
Have you ever thought that a possible deficiency of Magnesium can make you feel tired?
What would you think if I was telling you that lack of Magnesium can cause you cravings?
If I've tracked your attention, keep reading as it is one of the most important minerals- if not the most important!!
Benefits of Magnesium:
1. Lowers your stress levels
2. Makes your bones stronger
3. Lowers inflammation
4. Controls constipation
5. Gives you energy
6. Makes you sleep better and deeper
7. Keeps your muscles healthy
8. Helps with headache and migraines
Deficiency of Magnesium can cause:
1. Anxiety
2. Constipation
3. Headache
4. Mood changes
5. Photosensitivity
6. Irregular heartbeat
7. Insomnia
8. High blood pressure
9. High blood glucose
10. Mitral valve prolapse
11. Muscle cramps/ smasms
Sources:
1.Pumpkin seed - kernels
2.Almonds, dry roasted
3.Spinach, boiled
4.Cashews, dry roasted
5.Pumpkin seeds in shell
6.Peanuts, oil roasted
7.Cereal, shredded wheat
8.Soymilk, plain or vanilla
9.Black beans, cooked
10.Edamame, shelled, cooked
11.Dark chocolate -60-69% cacoa
12.Peanut butter, smooth
13.Bread, whole wheat
14.Avocado, cubed
15.Potato, baked
16.Rice, brown
17.Yogurt, plain, low fat
18.Breakfast cereals fortified
19.Oatmeal, instant
20.Kidney beans, canned
21.Banana
22.Cocoa powder– unsweetened
23.Salmon
24.Milk
25.Raisins
26.Chicken breast, roasted
27.Beef, ground, 90% lean
28.Broccoli, chopped & cooked
29.Rice, white
Recommended Dietary Allowances for adults:
Men: 400–420 mg
Women: 310–320 mg
Note no1: that when you sweat, you lose salt, magnesium and other minerals.
Note no2: When you are anxious, your magnesium levels are dropping down.
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Tania L.
ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
ISSA Certified Nutritionist.
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