"The heart needs energy, and magnesium is a critical mineral for energy-producing reactions. Magnesium will increase cardiac output about 75%." Jacob Teitelbaum, MD, author of Real Cause, Real Cure
Because so many of us eat processed foods, magnesium is one nutrient that we can have a hard time eating in sufficient amounts. Magnesium-rich foods can help fill in the gap, and they include almonds, green leafy vegetables and lentils. One can also take a supplement. Dr. Teitelbaum suggests 200 mg of magnesium a day. I take additional magnesium most days in a powder form called, Calm, made by Natural Vitality and found in health food stores. It is even thought that the once-recommended 81 mg aspirin a day for heart health is more accurately attributed to magnesium. The original study which recommended the aspirin, now found to cause stomach bleeding, was based on aspirin which was buffered with magnesium. Now, the thinking is that it is the magnesium; not the aspirin, which benefits the heart. I personally also find in taking Calm (about 1/2 teaspoon per day) that I have less restless leg problems which can trouble me by keeping me awake at night. Magnesium also helps with softening bowel content, so that bowel movements are easier.
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