Magnesium Intake Linked to Diabetes Risk

Magnesium is a powerful mineral needed by hundreds of enzymes, including those that help regulate blood sugar metabolism.  A new study of 17,592 individuals over a 5-year period showed that as magnesium intake¹ went down the risk of type 2 diabetes went up.

Magnesium is known to help offset inflammatory distress, a key factor that interferes with healthy blood sugar metabolism.  Magnesium, like DHA Docosahexaenoic acid Essential omega 3 fatty acid integral to the health of all cell membranes, nerve and brain function. Must be gotten through the diet via cold water oceanic fish or some very limited plant sources or taken as a supplement., help to boost the production of the fat-hormone adiponectin Protein hormone that modulates metabolism including glucose and fatty acid catabolism. High levels are associated with low body fat. which is absolutely essential for healthy blood sugar function and not developing insulin resistance that otherwise leads to type 2 diabetes.

When we look at basic nutrients for good blood sugar health, magnesium is part of the foundation.  You need at least 400 mg a day for general blood sugar health, possibly double that if you are already having metabolic problems.