Signs of magnesium deficiency and foods to boost your levels

Magnesium is a mineral crucial for hundreds of biochemical reactions taking place inside our bodies.

Among the rest, magnesium plays an essential role in supporting healthy nerve function, maintaining normal blood pressure, regulating muscle contractions, and promoting a strong immune system. It contributes to the structural development of the bones and is required for the synthesis of DNA, RNA, and the antioxidant glutathione.

However, despite the role it plays for the overall well-being of human body, many people don’t get enough of it, which can lead to certain health conditions.

In today’s fast-paced world, magnesium deficiency is a common issue. Some of the reasons that lead to this deficiency is the consumption of over-processed food, increased dairy consumption, aluminium exposure, alcohol consumption, age, as well as certain conditions such as Crohn’s disease and kidney issues.

How can a person know if they have low levels of magnesium in their body?

There are a number of symptoms, and most common are:

  1. Muscle cramps and twitches
  2. Weakened bones and muscles
  3. Raised blood pressure
  4. Irregular heartbeats
  5. Asthma
  6. Reduced appetite
  7. Dizziness
  8. Migraines
  9. Bowel Disease
  10. Fatigue
  11. Insomnia
  12. Tooth Decay
  13. Anxiety
  14. Confussion
  15. Seizures

If you suspect that you are low in magnesium, you should see a doctor and run tests to determine if this is the cause of some of the symptoms listed above.

In any case, your dietary intake may significantly improve the levels of magnesium in your body.

Foods reach in magnesium are the leafy green vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Chia and pumpkin seeds are especially rich in this essential mineral.

Other magnesium-rich foods include avocados, salmon, edamame, and tofu.

Choose whole grains, such as brown rice, quinoa, and whole wheat bread instead of their processed counterparts, and limit high-dairy foods. Further, reduce your exposure to aluminum by choosing aluminum-free cookware and personal care products.

If your levels are still low, consider taking suplements.

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