Magnesium supports proper muscle function and is essential for cardiovascular health; in fact it is involved in over 300 cellular processes. Its many functions include helping with muscle and nerve function, regulating blood pressure, and supporting the immune system. Among the reactions catalyzed by these enzymes are fatty acid synthesis, protein synthesis, and glucose metabolism. Magnesium status is also important for regulation of calcium balance through its effects on the parathyroid gland.
