The Medical Advisor

Magnesium is  one of the seven essential minerals we cannot live without . Magnesium deficiency is extremely common, and  research  shows even subclinical deficiency can jeopardize your heart health. Magnesium is important for brain health, detoxification, cellular health and function,  energy production ,  regulation of insulin sensitivity ,  normal cell division ,  the optimization of your mitochondria  and much more. Having adequate levels of magnesium is crucial for: The healthy function of most of your cells, especially your heart, kidneys and muscles. Cognitive function and brain plasticity. Activating and regulating vitamin D in your body. Mental and physical relaxation. Cardiovascular health and healthy blood flow. Normal blood sugar regulation and insulin sensitivity. Protecting your body against damage from EMFs. The production of neurotransmitters for mood and sleep. Detoxification support and the synthesis of glutathione. Video - Should you take magnesium supplements, and w

Guy Johnson, Ph.D., principal at Johnson Nutrition Solutions LLC, filed a petition with the FDA in 2016 1   on behalf of The Center for Magnesium Education and Research, requesting the FDA to issue a qualified health claim for conventional foods and dietary supplements that contain 20% of the daily value of magnesium. Based on hundreds of studies and papers, 2  he proposed that magnesium could reduce the risk of high blood pressure and that he should be allowed to state that fact on certain foods and dietary supplements. Six years later, in January 2022, the FDA responded. In a press release, 3  the FDA said: “… it does not intend to object to the use of certain qualified health claims regarding the consumption of magnesium and a reduced risk of high blood pressure (hypertension), provided that the claims are appropriately worded to avoid misleading consumers and other factors for the use of the claim are met.” Magnesium i