Magnesium

What does it do?

Magnesium is considered the “antistress” mineral. It is a natural tranquilizer, as it functions to relax our muscles. It strengthens bones and teeth, is important for PMS, important for heart muscles and nervous system. It is essential for energy production and involved as co-factor in many enzymes in the body.

Deficiency Signs

Some deficiency signs are; Muscle tremors or spasms, muscle weakness, insomnia or nervousness, high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, constipation, fits of convulsions, hyperactivity, depression, confusion, lack of appetite, calcium deposited in soft tissue e.g. kidney stones.

Food Sources of Magnesium

Almost all of our magnesium supplies come from the vegetable kingdom, though seafood has fairly high amounts; Wheat germ, almonds, cashew nuts, brewer’s yeast, buckwheat flour, brazil nuts, peanuts, pecan nuts, cooked beans, garlic, raisins, green peas, potato skin, crab, Soy flour, tofu, millet, brown rice, avocado, dried apricots.