Thursday, September 16, 2010

Magnesium Intake Linked to Diabetes Risk

Byron Richards, CCN  "Wellness Resources"



Magnesium is a powerful mineral needed by hundreds of enzymes, including those that help regulate blood sugar metabolism.  A new study of 17,592 individuals over a 5-year period showed that as magnesium intake went down the risk of type 2 diabetes went up.

Magnesium is known to help offset inflammatory distress, a key factor that interferes with healthy blood sugar metabolism.  Magnesium, like DHA, help to boost the production of the fat-hormone adiponectin which is absolutely essential for healthy blood sugar function and not developing insulin resistance that otherwise leads to type 2 diabetes.

When we look at basic nutrients for good blood sugar health, magnesium is part of the foundation.  You need at least 400 mg a day for general blood sugar health, possibly double that if you are already having metabolic problems.

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