Magnesium is a macromineral needed in gram amounts for normal physiological function. Most people are deficient in magnesium, and also consume too much calcium which upsets magnesium balance. Therefore general recommendations are to consume more magnesium or limit calcium intake somewhat to achieve a better balance. However, magnesium can also play a more medicinal function in the body as it has excellent muscle relaxing properties. In this role magnesium in high doses is very good at relieving muscle cramps or relieving pain after a muscle injury. Magnesium is also cardio protective and can relieve high blood pressure through its ability to relax smooth muscle and cardiac muscle and this makes it an excellent short term medicine for high blood pressure or as a relaxant for states of anxiety. A normal dose of 1 gram of magnesium is safe and provides significant muscle relaxation. Eating a high magnesium diet and supplementation may reduce the need for such a high dose.
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