Magnesium is needed to help more than 300 enzymes carry out numerous chemical processes in the body. This includes maintaining strong bones, controlling blood sugar and blood pressure, and keeping muscles and nerves healthy. Magnesium also helps the heart beat and muscles contract.
Magnesium deficiency can cause the following symptoms: weakness, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea and vomiting. The recommended amount of magnesium a person should consume daily will depend on their age and health. On average, however, men aged 19-51 should take 400 to 420 mg per day, and women 310-320 mg.
Foods such as nuts, seeds, whole grains, legumes, green leafy vegetables (such as cabbage or broccoli), milk, yogurt. Just 28 grams of almonds contains 20% of the daily magnesium requirement for adults.
Source: Ferra
