While everyone’s busy measuring macros or counting calories, there’s a far bigger nutritional crisis flying under the radar… magnesium deficiency. Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a vital role in many body processes like muscles, bone health, nerve function and mood. The problem is, that modern farming practices have left our soil (and therefore food) low in this precious mineral, paired with a higher demand the fall out is widespread magnesium deficiency—a silent health crisis that can show up as muscle cramps, fatigue, anxiety, poor sleep, headaches and even increased risk of chronic disease. 

As our food supply isn’t giving us what it once did, and our stressed, fast-paced lifestyles burn through magnesium faster, many people are running on empty without realising it.  

The Shocking Truth

Research shows our magnesium levels are at an all-time low, much of the population doesn’t even meet the minimum RDA (Recommended Daily Allowance) for magnesium. One study found 84% of postmenopausal women with osteoporosis were magnesium-deficient, confirmed through bone testing and magnesium load tests (DiNicolantonio JJ, 2018).

This mineral might be just one of many on the periodic table, but it’s one we simply can’t live without.

Meet “Mighty Magnesium”

Magnesium earns its “Mighty Mineral” title for good reason: it is a co-factor involved in over 300 enzymatic processes in the body. Every single cell contains it and without enough, your body can’t function optimally.

It’s essential for:

Stress regulation: Magnesium calms the nervous system and helps you cope with stress. When stress hits, your body burns through magnesium faster, creating a vicious cycle:

Stress → Magnesium loss → More stress symptoms → Even lower magnesium.

If you’re stuck in the stress loop, magnesium could be your missing link.

• Muscle function: Eye twitching? Muscle cramps? Soreness after exercise? Magnesium supports muscle relaxation, prevents spasms, and aids recovery.
• Mood balance: Magnesium plays a vital role in serotonin production and regulation, influencing mood, sleep quality, and appetite.
• Bone strength: Magnesium works alongside calcium and vitamin D to maintain strong bones, making it non-negotiable during menopause.

Why Magnesium Matters

Because magnesium is involved in so many vital processes, long-term low intake can trigger a cascade of health problems. Deficiency has been linked to:

• High blood pressure
• Irregular heartbeat
• Osteoporosis
• Cardiovascular disease
• Electrolyte imbalances

The reality is that modern lifestyles can rapidly deplete our magnesium stores. Factors such as chronic stress, alcohol consumption, certain medications, and diets high in processed foods all reduce absorption and increase loss. This is why it’s essential to be proactive about replenishing your magnesium levels.

The good news? Supporting your magnesium intake can be simple and delicious!

Here are our top ways to help you boost your magnesium naturally:

1. Munch on Mag – Food First

Fill your plate with magnesium-rich whole foods:

• Cacao/dark chocolate – Choose high-quality, high-cocoa content chocolate (like our Cacao Melts and Cacao Buttons).
• Dark leafy greens – Spinach, kale, or a quality greens powder (like Supreme Green Blend).
• Nuts & seeds – Almonds, pumpkin seeds, chia, flaxseeds.
• Wholegrains – Oats, quinoa, brown rice.

2. Supplement Smart

If your diet isn’t quite covering your needs, consider a high-quality magnesium supplement. Look for forms like magnesium glycinate or citrate or try our colloidal mineral blend. 

3. Topical Magic

• Soak in magnesium-rich baths using Epsom salts or magnesium flakes.
• Use magnesium sprays or lotions for fast skin absorption.

Given the low levels in our soil, water and many everyday foods, plus the increased demands from stress, exercise, and modern living, we need to be intentional about topping up our magnesium stores.

Prioritising it now isn’t just a short-term fix, it is an investment in your long-term vitality. The payoff? Better stress tolerance, steadier energy, stronger bones, balanced hormones and a calmer, more resilient mind for years to come. 

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Reference:

DiNicolantonio JJ, O’Keefe JH, Wilson W. Subclinical magnesium deficiency: a principal driver of cardiovascular disease and a public health crisis. Open Heart. 2018;5(1):e000668. doi:10.1136/openhrt-2017-000668.