where do we get magnesium from? What foods? What does it do for you?

The adult daily requirement of magnesium is about 0.35 g/day. Much of this can come from green leafy plant materials (magnesium is found in chlorophyll).

Good sources of magnesium include nuts and seeds, soybeans, tofu, chocolate, dark-green vegetables, legumes, yogurt, wheat germ and dairy products. See the table at the first site below for detailed listing.

Four ounces of unsweetened chocolate contains a daily dietary amount of magnesium. So does 1/3 cup of roasted pumpkin seeds.

Magnesium is required for the proper working of some enzymes. It is used in more than 300 biochemical reactions in the human body. It helps maintain normal muscle and nerve function (including keeping the heart rhythm steady). Without sufficient Magnesium, muscles (including heart) and nerves deteriorate.

Magnesium also supports a healthy immune system, and keeps bones and teeth strong. Magnesium helps to regulate blood sugar levels, promotes normal blood pressure, and is known to be involved in energy metabolism and protein synthesis.

A little Magnesium goes a long way, but without that little bit, the body can suffer in many major ways.

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Where Does Magnesium Come From

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What Does Magnesium Do in Your Body?

Helps to form tooth enamel, which helps to prevent cavities

Provides structure to your bones

Helps to convert carbohydrates, protein, and fats into energy

Helps to make protein and genetic material for your cells

Helps to regulate nerve signaling, muscle contraction and relaxation, and the rhythm of your heart

Helps to reduce homocysteine levels, which lowers your risk of stroke, heart disease, cancer, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's disease, and many degenerative diseases.

Here are some healthy, whole food sources of magnesium:

Whole Food Sources Serving Magnesium (mg)

Brown rice, cooked 1 cup 83.8

Almonds, raw 1 ounce 81.1

Spinach, cooked 1/2 cup 78.3

Swiss chard, cooked 1/2 cup 75.2

Lima beans, cooked 1/2 cup 62.9

Avocado 1 large 50.0

Peanuts*, raw 1 ounce 49.8

Hazelnuts, raw 1 ounce 49.0

Okra, cooked 1/2 cup 45.6

Black-eyed peas, cooked 1/2 cup 42.8

*It is important to use organic peanuts only. If you use organic peanut butter, first discard the oil that has separated from the butter. This will reduce the likelihood of disrupting your omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acid ratio.