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Magnifying the need of magnesium
The New Indian Express Thiruvananthapuram
|August 09, 2025
Magnesium is the fourth most abundant cation in the human body and plays a pivotal role in maintaining overall health.
Often underrated in mainstream nutrition conversations, magnesium is essential for numerous biological processes and acts as a cofactor in over 300 enzymatic reactions. From energy metabolism to muscle function and heart health, this mineral has a widespread influence.
Daily requirements and dietary sources The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for magnesium is 420 mg/day for adult males and 320 mg/day for adult females. While about 10% of our daily magnesium intake comes from water, the majority must be obtained through food.
Magnesium-rich foods include
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