04/12/2021
We ❤️❤️❤️ this !
If magnesium was part of a girl squad, she'd be the overachiever of the crew! 💯⠀
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Magnesium is the unsung hero of your body! ⠀
The body does NOT make magnesium. It must come from outside sources. Women are at a greater risk for low magnesium, especially as we enter peri-menopause/menopause!⠀
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As we get older estrogen levels start to decline. Estrogen plays a protective role when it comes to proper muscle, nerve & heart function, healthy blood glucose levels, blood pressure, energy levels, bone health & more!⠀
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Top 5 reasons why women NEED magnesium:⠀
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1️⃣ STRENGTHENS BONES & MUSCLES: bone density declines in our 40's and we lose up to 2/5 of muscle strength after the age of 40. Magnesium helps to keep bones healthy and muscles strong. ⠀
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2️⃣ LOWERS ANXIETY/STRESS LEVELS: fluctuations in estrogen & progesterone levels can cause feelings of anxiety, overwhelm and panic. Don't reach for the vino (because that's going to further deplete magnesium) rather soak in a tub with Epsom salts. Magnesium increases GABA & slows down brain activity allowing you to relax and chill.⠀
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3️⃣ REDUCES HEART ATTACK/STROKE RISK: with lower levels of estrogen, we're not getting the protective factor when it comes to our cardiovascular system. Magnesium helps to reduce inflammation, regulates blood clotting & combats oxidative stress. Increased levels of magnesium are linked to a 30% lower risk of heart disease. ⠀
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4️⃣ LOWERS BLOOD PRESSURE: magnesium helps to keep blood vessels flexible and triggers the release of natural chemicals that cause them to widen. ⠀
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5️⃣ PROTECTS AGAINST DIABETES: magnesium helps to restore insulin function and lowers blood glucose. Insulin resistance can lead to Type 2 DM, midlife food cravings, fatigue, mood swings and stubborn belly fat.⠀
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BONUS: magnesium supports the deep restorative phase of sleep by maintaining healthy levels of GABA.✅⠀
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Magnesium is present in every single one of our trillions of cells & is required by more than 700 different enzymatic processes, which makes it so vital for wellbeing.💯
