The benefits of magnesium are mainly contributing to the production of energy in the body and help in the metabolism of proteins and fats.
Other benefits of magnesium can be:
- Promoting good brain function;
- Prevention of diabetes;
- Helping to rejuvenate and prevent aging of the body;
- Strengthening of bones;
- Prevention of infections.
In addition, magnesium serves to help in the contraction and relaxation of muscles and is therefore used as a supplement in pregnant women to avoid early uterine contractions and in practitioners of intense physical exercise, and should always be done with medical or nutritionist advice.
Where you can find magnesium
Foods with higher amounts of magnesium are mainly seeds, dried fruits and vegetables, such as:
- Seeds of pumpkin and sunflower;
- Almonds, hazelnuts, cashews, cashews, peanuts;
- Spinach, beet, okra.
In addition to these foods, magnesium is also found in higher amounts in milk and yogurts, for example. To know more about these foods see: Foods rich in magnesium.
