Hello again – hope all well with you and yours. We received a newsletter from Simply Naturals that says it yet again for magnesium! Magnesium – The ‘Wonder’ Mineral? For some, magnesium is considered the most important of minerals, playing a role in over 300 enzyme reactions in the human body. Its many functions include helping with muscle and nerve function, regulating blood pressure, and supporting the immune system.   An adult body contains around 25 grams of magnesium of which 50–60% is stored in our skeletal system. The rest is present in muscle, soft tissues, and bodily fluids.   With the continued depletion of minerals in our soils (especially intensively farmed foods) many people do not get enough magnesium in their diet, although deficiency symptoms can go undetected in otherwise healthy people.   Magnesium deficiency has been linked with a range of health problems & complications, so people should ensure they achieve a good, plant source magnesium intake.   Almonds, spinach, and cashew nuts are some of the foods highest in magnesium, but it is getting increasingly difficult to obtain the levels needed without over-eating these and other foods.   Magnesium supplementation is becoming more acceptable in aiding people’s … Continue reading →