Ronald Ross Watson Victor R. Preedy Sherma Zibadi
Editors
2013
Magnesium is an essential mineral which is required for growth and survival of humans. Since magnesium is a mineral and not synthesizable, it must be obtained through dietary foods and/or supplements. Magnesium is found in many sources, primarily whole grains, green leafy vegetables, nuts, and legumes. Even with many dietary sources, only about one-third of Americans maintain the appropriate dietary intake of magnesium. A very small number of people have drug-induced severe magnesium de fi ciency. So major issues reviewed are the bene fi ts of magnesium supplementation to reach (a) recommended intakes or (b) above -recommended intakes to promote health or treat various diseases and risk factors.