Why? Because we drink more alcohol in summer and it kills the magnesium stored in the liver. Should we drink less? Perhaps. Should we take extra Magnesium? Absolutely!
Scary Statistics: A UK survey established the following prevalence of magnesium deficiency, defined as the percentage of individuals consuming less than the recommended dietary intake:
Sex Age Those not consuming 100% Magnesium RDI
Male 20 – 29 61%
Male 30 – 39 62%
Male 40 – 49 57%
Male 50 – 59 66%
Male 60 – 69 65%
Male 70+ 70%
Female 20 – 29 86%
Female 30 – 39 76%
Female 40 – 49 73%
Female 50 - 59 77%
Female 60 - 69 80%
Female 70+ 79%
Why Is It So Important? Magnesium supports:
- The Cardiovascular System
- The Digestive System
- The Excretory System
- The Eyes and Vision
- The Immune System
- The Metabolism
- The Musculoskeletal System
- The Nervous System
- The Respiratory System
- The Sexual System
- The Water balance