Reduce stroke risk with this magnificent mineral

It may be the most important nutrient you need to help keep your brain sharp.

That’s what I said a few weeks ago about magnesium. At the time I was writing about dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. As we now know, when magnesium levels are high, risk of cognitive decline is significantly reduced.

New research reveals another magnesium benefit for the brain.

When researchers in Sweden examined seven stroke studies that included more than 240,000 subjects, they found that for every 100 mg increase in daily intake of magnesium, ischemic stroke risk was reduced by nine percent.

Researchers believe that two of magnesium’s well known effects — helping to regulate blood pressure and preventing insulin resistance — may be the keys to the stroke preventive benefit.

As I mentioned before, Dr. Spreen recommends 500 mg of magnesium daily — that’s 45 percent stroke reduction right there, especially if you’re already eating green vegetables, avocados, nuts, and whole grains for maximum magnesium intake.

Sources:
“Meta-Analysis Reveals Magnesium May Reduce Risk of Stroke” Lee Swanson Research Update, February 2012, swansonvitamins.com