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 Why is Magnesium Important?
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Magnesium, the mineral that is important to help maintain good cardiovascular health,* has been shown to be one of the most vital minerals in our diet.
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What Does Magnesium Do?
Magnesium has been linked to a wide range of vital health functions and is the mineral that is important to help maintain good cardiovascular health.*
- Proper magnesium levels help maintain normal heart rhythms.*
- Magnesium helps maintain blood pressure levels already within a normal range.*
- Magnesium may help to maintain the function of the heart, muscles, and nervous system.*
- Magnesium is necessary for the role it plays in helping the body to utilize calcium and potassium properly.*
- Magnesium is necessary for normal protein synthesis, carbohydrate metabolism, proper muscle function and helps to absorb calcium and potassium.*
- Calcium helps ensure strong bones and teeth and is necessary for normal nerve and muscle function.*
- Magnesium is essential for normal energy metabolism and nucleic acid synthesis.*
- Magnesium levels can be depleted by loop/thiazide diuretics and digoxin.
- Magnesium is essential for the functioning of over 300 enzymes.
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Fast Facts on Magnesium 
Why is Magnesium important?
