Health benefits of Magnesium

From regulating blood sugar levels to boosting athletic performance, magnesium is crucial for your brain and body.

Yet, although it’s found in a variety of foods ranging from leafy greens to nuts, seeds, and beans, many people don’t get enough in their diet.

Here are 12 evidence-based health benefits of magnesium, along with some simple ways to increase your intake.

00:00 - Intro
00:21 - About 50% of people aren't getting enough magnesium
00:31 - Symptoms of magnesium deficiency: High blood pressure, heart disease, sleep problems
00:47 - Magnesium can help reduce blood sugar levels and cholesterol levels
00:55 - May help improve exercise performance
01:05 - Not enough magnesium can cause fatigue and exhaustion
01:18 - Magnesium is important for brain health and may help reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety
01:27 - Magnesium for blood sugar management and type 2 diabetes
01:49 - Heart health
02:12 - Anti-inflammatory and chronic inflammation
02:31 - Helps with migraines
02:49 - May help relieve PMS symptoms
03:03 - Bone health
03:14 - Magnesium for sleep and falling asleep quicker
03:28 - Food with magnesium
03:59 - Magnesium supplements
04:14 - How much magnesium to take
04:23 - Different kinds of magnesium
04:47 - Magnesium side effects

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[POVgames]

I’ve never heard the word “magnesium” this many times at once before.

[herbiqandnutrition]

Magnesium is definitely a mineral that you do not want be deficient in!🌿🌿🌿🌿

[lilrockstar]

I swear, not having enough was causing so many problems with my bodies ability to regulate depression and anxiety. I was having regular panic attacks and I couldn’t figure out why. They just started all of a sudden. My grandmother told me to mix blackstrap molasses with water and not even 3 days later I was sleeping better and didn’t feel as anxious

[JasonMaestroNorfleet]

Good stuff! I’m taking magnesium supplements to assist in neurological damage recovery from a stroke

[helensadeik]

Working Cardiac many years Mg+ helped stop SVT, VEBs, AF. First choice

[cedarpoplar]

I never thought I'd be looking into all this., but, life happens
.. thanks

[RuckusOutfitters]

i suffered from insomnia. Started magnesium supplements and now I sleep like a baby all night!

[brianrussell]

The ultimate drinking game. Take a drink every time she says magnesium. Good luck!

[JCarlWilson]

There are many different forms of magnesium. I have researched and found the best type is Magnesium Glycinate. People often use magnesium glycinate instead of other magnesium supplements, as the body finds it easier to absorb in this form. It is also one of the gentlest supplements on the stomach.

[vgil]

Magnesium glycinate is the kind my Dr. sells. I mentioned I had cramps in my legs and ribs. It's the only kind of supplement he sells. So expensive, but the same price on Amazon. I'm a woman and I have low testosterone, and it's kicking my butt.😮‍💨

[chriskahlenborn]

great, I did not see mention of magneisum glycinate....

[bobGmitter]

To avoid absorption issues, I take a liquid ionic form called REMAG that goes right to my cells. For some reason I need a lot like 800-1000mg a day.

[sergioaraujo]

Thank you very much, but, why do u say magnesium oxide may be better to treat anxiety and depression?

[carbugnov]

I used to confuse magnesium with manganese

[phillipduran]

How do you know if your low? I get labs done every 6 months but I don't think my Dr. Checks for that. Drs.dont know crap about vitamins or supplements, just meds. I'm pre diabetic and have high blood pressure but Drs.have never considered supplements.

[accidental_relevance]

Would it be beneficial to use Magnesium Citrate in the garden as a supplement as one would Magnesium Sulfate (epsom salt)?

[jonathonshanecrawford]

Does Magnesium Glycinate help reduce brain deterioration in old age, like spots (CT/MRI scans)?

[David-gok]

She used the word “Magnesium” exactly 1, 748 times in this video.

[balat]

The subject explained without adding up more talking, I mean subject only talked, it good presentation

[bilalahmed-ntkl]

What type of magnesium is in tragacanth gum?