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#087 The Science of Magnesium and Its Role in Aging and Disease | Dr. Rhonda Patrick
Mar 19, 2024
Dive into the fascinating world of magnesium, a mineral that plays a crucial role in our health and aging. Discover the alarming rates of magnesium deficiency and learn why athletes need even more of it. Explore how magnesium affects our cognitive function and the benefits of magnesium threonate in crossing the blood-brain barrier. Unpack the impact of stress and energy demands on magnesium levels, and find out if magnesium supplementation can improve sleep. This enlightening discussion reveals why understanding magnesium is key to optimal health.
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- Magnesium is essential for over 300 metabolic reactions, addressing diverse physiological needs.
- Adequate magnesium intake is crucial for brain health, influencing oxidative stress and inflammation.
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The Importance of Magnesium in Metabolic Reactions
Magnesium is essential for over 300 metabolic reactions in the body. Despite its crucial role, almost half of the US population lacks adequate magnesium intake. Dr. Bruce Ames highlighted the importance of magnesium in micronutrient intake, linking it to the triage theory of aging. Suboptimal magnesium levels can lead to accelerated aging due to insidious damage accumulation.
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