The Important Relationship Between Vitamin D and Magnesium

🔑All enzymes involved in converting vitamin D to its active form require magnesium.

⚡️Vitamin D is crucial for bone health, insulin resistance, immune system function, muscle cramp prevention, cardiovascular health, and fatigue reduction.

🔁Magnesium helps regulate calcium levels and prevents calcium buildup in the arteries.

💤Magnesium aids in lowering cortisol levels and promoting better sleep.

🥗Increasing magnesium intake is important due to the prevalence of magnesium deficiency in today's diet.

What happens if I have low levels of magnesium?

—Low magnesium levels can lead to problems with calcium, including calcification of the arteries and an increased risk of certain types of cancer.

How does magnesium affect vitamin D absorption?

—Magnesium helps vitamin D be absorbed by a factor of 30%.

What is the recommended ratio of calcium to magnesium?

—The general ratio is approximately twice as much calcium as magnesium, but the current diet often has three times as much calcium as magnesium.

How can I increase my magnesium intake?

—Consuming magnesium-rich foods, especially dark leafy greens, can help increase magnesium levels. Consider supplementation if needed.

Where can I find more information on magnesium?

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00:00Vitamin D and magnesium have a significant relationship, with most people being deficient in both.

00:06All enzymes involved in converting vitamin D to its active form require magnesium.

01:08Magnesium helps regulate calcium and prevents calcium buildup in the arteries.

01:35Magnesium aids in lowering cortisol levels and promoting better sleep.

02:42Increasing magnesium intake is important due to the prevalence of magnesium deficiency in today's diet.