All About Magnesium
What Is It?
How Much Do You Need?
Are You Getting Enough?
Can You Get Too Much?
Benefit: Strengthens Bones
Benefit: Fights Inflammation
Benefit: Protects the Heart
Benefit: Prevents Migraines
Benefit: Lowers Odds of Diabetes
Source: Nuts and Seeds
Source: Whole Grains
Source: Avocado
Source: Dark Leafy Greens
Source: Soy Products
Source: Beans
Interactions With Medicines
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Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: “What Is Magnesium?”
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