Magnesium is an important mineral which is required by our body. It is proven that as many as 300 metabolic processes that the body undergoes require magnesium. Every organ of the body, particularly our heart, muscles and kidney require magnesium to function. Magnesium deficiency can lead to fatigue, weakness or abnormal heart rhythms.
Magnesium is required for activating muscles and nerves and creating energy in the body. It aids the process of digestion and also helps in transportation of calcium, silica and vitamin D.
Magnesium was primarily found in the topsoil and hence found its way into our food as well. With the advent of new and modern farming techniques, use of chemicals and fertilizers has rendered the soil devoid of magnesium. Although there are Magnesium supplements available, there are also foods rich in magnesium which can be consumed to improve magnesium intake.
The best way to know about magnesium deficiency is the bowel test. The results will determine if you have magnesium deficiency or not.
Deficiency of Magnesium can cause ailments like high blood pressure, diabetes and respiratory issues. Magnesium offers protection against arthritis and Alzheimer’s disease.
Some of the symptoms of magnesium deficiency are
- Anxiety and Panic Attacks
- Bowel Diseases
- Constipation
- Fatigue/Weakness
- Insomnia
- Poor Memory
Increase Magnesium Intake
Supplements of magnesium chloride also known as magnesium oil can be taken to increase the magnesium level. Below is the list of foods that can help in alleviating the magnesium level.
- Dark Leafy Vegetables
- Yogurt
- Fish
- Dark Chocolate
- Brown Rice
- Avocados
- Bananas
- Dried Fruits
- Okra
- Almonds and Cashews
- Soyabeans
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