Skip to content

HID-RATION

Magnesium and its functions in the human body.

Magnesium plays a key role in our body. In the following few sentences, we try to explain why it is so important to maintain adequate levels.  Magnesium is an extremely important mineral that performs a multitude of functions in the human body. The intake of this element at an appropriate level every day determines the proper functioning of the body, and deficiencies can have unpleasant consequences. The most important functions of magnesium include:
  • activation of over 300 enzymes,
  • protein biosynthesis,
  • metabolism of ATP, the energy-giving molecule,
  • nerve and muscle conduction,
  • thermoregulation,
  • muscle contractility.

In addition, magnesium , that regulates blood pressure and heart rate, metabolises insulin and takes care of the body's mineral homeostasis. It is essential for optimal performance in conditions conducive to dehydration - in hard physical work, as well as in elevated temperatures and high ambient humidity.
Magnesium plays a key role in our body. In the following few sentences, we try to explain why it is so important to maintain adequate levels.  Magnesium is an extremely important mineral that performs a multitude of functions in the human body. The intake of this element at an appropriate level every day determines the proper functioning of the body, and deficiencies can have unpleasant consequences. The most important functions of magnesium include:
  • activation of over 300 enzymes,
  • protein biosynthesis,
  • metabolism of ATP, the energy-giving molecule,
  • nerve and muscle conduction,
  • thermoregulation,
  • muscle contractility.

In addition, magnesium , that regulates blood pressure and heart rate, metabolises insulin and takes care of the body's mineral homeostasis. It is essential for optimal performance in conditions conducive to dehydration - in hard physical work, as well as in elevated temperatures and high ambient humidity.

Sources of magnesium can be found in many types of food, in water and rehydration drinks too. Fortunately, by ensuring a varied diet and proper hydration, niedobory magnezu should not occur. However, care should be taken with the aspects mentioned.

Sources of magnesium include cereals, legumes, nuts, rennet cheeses, bananas, cocoa, dark chocolate and certain vegetables - especially green leafy vegetables. In addition to food products, magnesium is an electrolyte, is also found in water and rehydration drinks such as hypo- and isotonic drinks. The bioavailability of magnesium is also important, at around 50%. The absorption of this component may be hindered by the presence of phosphates and phytic acid.

The magnesium requirement for men is 400-420 mg and for women 310-320 mg (at the RDA level - Recommended Daily Allowance). Although magnesium is commonly found in food, it is estimated that more than 90% of Poles and 70% of Polish women consume not enough magnesium with their diet. Magnesium deficiencies are mainly:

  • cardiovascular and neuromuscular disorders,
  • increased risk of osteoporosis, insulin resistance, hypertension, stroke, type II diabetes and cancer,
  • general weakness, depression, drowsiness,
  • lack of appetite, nausea, vomiting.
  •  

Excessive intake of magnesium can in turn have laxative and dehydrating properties and can cause sleep disturbances, muscle weakness and confusion.

The intake of magnesium at the correct level is essential for the smooth and trouble-free functioning of everyone's daily and working life.

en_GBEnglish
pl_PLPolish en_GBEnglish