Magnesium is an essential mineral, which is involved in hundreds of biochemical processes in your body that give you energy and help your heart function well. It is also vital for nerve impulses to be sent and received . Magnesium prevents nerve cells from becoming overactive and encourages normal function of muscle contraction and relaxation. Chocolate is a small source of Magnesium.
Magnesium is one of those essential minerals that you may be short of,sometimes you may not be aware that you are. Magnesium deficiency is common but not something that is generally looked for by your doctor. However, from a Naturopathic point of view it is more lovely to be identified, as your Naturopath will look closely at your diet as well as your symptoms. If you have any of these symptoms you may be short of Magnesium.
Try to wean yourself off sugar, fat and milk chocolate and onto high-quality dark chocolate. The higher the cocoa content, the many nutritious and satisfying the result. Aim for a cocoa content of at least 70%.
