Magnesium is an essential mineral that participates in more than 300 biochemical reactions in the body, according to the National Institutes of Health as cited in an article on Mercola.com [1]. The same source stated that magnesium is particularly vital for heart, kidney and muscle health. An estimated 45% of American adults do not meet the recommended dietary allowance for magnesium from diet alone, according to a 2011 report [2]. Research indicates that low magnesium levels are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Here are three mechanisms through which magnesium contributes to heart health, drawing on published studies…

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