It is an essential mineral/electrolyte for our body, which is often deficient despite a healthy and balanced diet.

Let’s look at some of its characteristics/functions:

• It is involved (acting as a co-factor) in thousands of chemical reactions that occur in the body, such as energy/protein formation, muscle movements, nervous system regulation, etc).
• Regulates calcium/potassium/sodium levels in cell membranes; involved in the regulation of nerve impulses, muscle contraction and heart palpitations.
• Reduces anxiety/stress.
• Promotes restful sleep.
• Improves athletic performance, prevents muscle cramps and pain.
• Improves and prevents migraine attacks (as it is related to the regulation of neurotransmitters and blood circulation – regulating the vasoconstriction that usually occurs in these patients).
• Prevents depression.
  It is involved in bone health, preventing osteoporosis.
• Prevents diabetes/insulin resistance by improving blood sugar levels.
• Regulates blood pressure (lowers it in people with hypertension).
• Has anti-inflammatory properties.
• Neutralises excessive gastric acid production.
• Prevents constipation (by producing smooth muscle relaxation in the digestive tract).
• Prevents pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS).
• Plays a key role in the development/growth of children and newborns.