More Magnesium Please?
Magnesium acts as a muscle relaxant in the body, and is involved in hundreds of enyzmatic reactions. Approximately 65 percent of the body’s magnesium supply is contained in the bones and teeth, with the second highest concentration occurring in the muscles. The remaining magnesium supply is found in the blood and other body fluids. In addition to its ability to relax smooth and skeletal muscles, magnesium is an important nutrient for the heart, especially in preventing spasms of the coronary arteries, which can cause heart attacks. It is also needed for energy production, the maintenance and repair of cells, healthy cell division, proper nerve transmission, hormone regulation, and the metabolism of proteins and nucleic acids. Most importantly (for me) is that Magnesium is a known treatment for a variety of types of calcification of soft tissues. Mg levels have been found to be greatly reduced in calcified mitral valves.
Foods souces of magnesium are primarily plants rich in chlorophyll, particularly dark green vegetables. Nuts, seeds, legumes, tofu, wheat germ, milet, brown rice, apricot, and avocado are other good sources.
Deficiency symptoms include depression, fatigue, gastrointestinal disorders, high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, memory problems, mood swings, imapired motor skills, muscle spasm and nausea.
More information on “Gastrointestinal disorders”… Click here: http://www.ctds.info/5_13_magnesium.html. In summary, Mg can help to lower histamines levels (irritable bowel syndrome) and reduce the allergic reactions. Low stomach acid levels also reduce levels of beneficial intestinal bacteria which is needed for absorption of magnesium.
