Magnesium (Minerals)
Magnesium is a mineral element that is essential for human health, and its symbol is Mg and its atomic number is 12. Magnesium plays a vital role in many vital processes within the body.
Nutritional properties:
Food sources: Magnesium can be found in a variety of foods, such as:
Nuts: such as almonds and cashews.
Seeds: such as pumpkin and chia seeds.
Leafy vegetables: such as spinach and kale.
Whole grains: such as oats and brown rice.
Fish: such as salmon.
Potential benefits:
Bone health: Magnesium is important for maintaining healthy bones, as it helps regulate calcium levels and in the process of bone formation.
Muscle function: It plays a role in muscle contraction and relaxation, making it important for athletes and active people.
Heart function: Magnesium is essential for maintaining normal heart rate and blood pressure, and may help prevent some heart diseases.
Nervous system support: Magnesium helps regulate nervous system activity and helps improve mood and reduce stress.
Precautions:
Required amounts: Daily recommendations for magnesium consumption vary by age and gender, but the recommended amount for adults is usually between 310 to 420 mg per day.
Excess exposure: Although magnesium deficiency is common, taking too much of a supplement can lead to side effects such as diarrhea or heart problems.
