Magnesium Levels
Did you know almost 80% of people may be lacking magnesium in their bodies? Rigorous, endurance exercise decreases magnesium levels, and many everyday foods and drinks can even lead to low magnesium levels. For instance, most dark coloured sodas contain phosphates which actually bind with magnesium inside the digestive tract and render it unavailable to the body. Drinking tea, coffee and alcoholic beverages can have similar effects, as can the regular consumption of cakes, pastries, desserts or other sweet foods. Therefore, magnesium deficiency can occur very easily through a lack of knowledge and awareness and can lead to issues such as:
- Muscle spasms and cramps
- Low energy
- Heart disease
- Anxiety and depression
- High blood pressure
- Sleep problems
An Essential Building Block
Magnesium is a multi-tasking mineral that is an essential building block for our body. It is necessary for nearly every chemical process and for the functioning of every system in the body. Rightly so, it’s often called the “master mineral”, and while the symptoms of magnesium deficiency seem ominous, it is a relatively simple deficiency for the body to resolve. There are plenty of magnesium-rich foods available:
- Spinach
- Pumpkin seeds
- Almonds
- Beans or lentils
- Avocado
- Whole grain bread
- Sesame seeds
- Dark chocolate
- Banana
Magnesium for Endurance Athletes
If you’re an endurance athlete, then you may already be aware of your body’s higher nutrient requirements. Medical specialists are now advising that magnesium should be part of every athlete’s recovery process. Your muscle’s ability to contract and relax is highly dependent on how much magnesium your body is getting. Magnesium activates enzymes which help produce something called ATP (adenosine triphosphate). When your body breaks down ATP, the energy that is released is used by your muscles; the longer and harder you exercise, the faster your body burns up the energy released from breaking down ATP. Therefore, if you’re not consuming enough magnesium, it can result in low energy levels and a build-up of lactic acid.
Remember, your body works like a car; fuel it with the right substance and it will run superbly, but put in wrong the fuel and it will break down. Give your body the right nutrients to power your activities and aid your recovery. Staminade contains added magnesium that can be consumed before, during, or after rigorous exercise, or simply to keep yourself well hydrated throughout the day and ensure your magnesium levels remain high!
Find out more about Why Magnesium is Beneficial for Athletes.
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