The Essential Mineral

Magnesium is important for a stable heartbeat, relaxation, to use Vitamin D properly, and control calcium. It also contributes to maintaining energy metabolism and normal nerve function. It is recognised for its contribution to normal muscle function and protein formation. Magnesium also contributes to the maintenance of normal bone and teeth and cell division.   Most magnesium can be found in your bones. It stimulates calcitonin, which helps to keeps bones strong by absorbing calcium from the blood and directing it into your bones. Magnesium is sometimes referred to as 'the heart’s most important mineral.