MINERAL OF THE WEEK

MAGNESIUM

Magnesium is an important mineral which is essential for more than 300 enzyme function in the body. 

Recommended 325 mg/ day for Adult females and 385 mg for Adult Males. 

FUNCTIONS OF MAGNESIUM

• Helps in Bone formation
• Improves Insulin Resistance
• Reduce the risk of heart disease
• Relieves headaches
• Combats Depression and Anxiety
• Boost exercise performance
• Improves pre menstrual symptoms
• Supports better sleep

FOOD SOURCES 

• Whole grains such as Wheat, Rice, Oats, Barley, Buckwheat
• Pulses like Green gram, Chick peas
• Nuts and seeds
• Avocado
• Banana
• Tofu
• Dark chocolate
• Fatty fish salmon, mackerel
• Green leafy vegetables

Magnesium deficiency leads to

• Muscle twitches and cramps
• Hypertension
• Oesteoporosis
• Mental health decline
• Fatigue and muscle weakness
• Asthma
• Irregular Heart beat