What Are Electrolytes?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
8. Magnesium
Magnesium is one of the most critical electrolytes in the body. It is in fact involved in hundreds of processes. The electrolyte cations are required for building and maintenance of bones and teeth. Magnesium ions are also required for muscle function and transmission of nervous impulses.
Magnesium also works as a cofactor in many metabolic processes. Most of the magnesium in the body is found in bones, and only about one percent is found in body fluid. The optimum level of magnesium ranges between 1.3 and 2.1 mg/dL. Rich sources of magnesium include pumpkin seeds, spinach, avocado, almonds, and soybeans.
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