I don't really have a sweet tooth, but I do crave chocolate.
Haven't you ever had a time like that?
When you feel like you have a sudden craving for something, it's actually a result of a variety of physical and psychological signs.
It is said that the reason you crave chocolate is due to a magnesium deficiency.
Magnesium is one of the nutrients found in chocolate, and is especially abundant in cocoa and cacao.
What is Magnesium?
Magnesium is one of the minerals required by the human body.
It is a nutrient that plays an important role in many health functions in the body, including energy production, muscle function, heart health and stress relief.
The Function of Magnesium
Magnesium plays an important role in many functions of the body.
Among them, magnesium is said to reduce stress and fatigue and have a relaxing effect.
In particular, a magnesium deficiency is said to increase the body's stress response, making you irritable and depressed.
Signs of Magnesium Deficiency
Besides chocolate, there are other signs of magnesium deficiency.
Muscle cramps, pain
・Physical fatigue and lethargy
・Anxiety and irritability
·insomnia
Headache or dizziness
Of course, this may be due to other health problems or factors, but because magnesium plays many different roles, including energy metabolism, regulating muscle contraction, and regulating the secretion of stress hormones, a deficiency in magnesium can cause a variety of symptoms.
Foods High in Magnesium
Seaweed: wakame seaweed , roasted nori seaweed Seafood: salmon, mackerel, tuna, sardines Nuts: almonds , cashews, pistachios, hazelnuts Legumes: soybeans , black beans, chickpeas Grains: brown rice , whole grains, oatmeal
＜Tips＞
You can get magnesium on a daily basis by topping nuts on salads or yogurt, or using them as an ingredient in tofu dishes and soups .
How to get magnesium efficiently
・Magnesium bath
It is recommended to add magnesium chloride or Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate), which are minerals found in seawater, to your bath as a bath additive.
Minerals can be easily replenished by absorbing the ingredients through the skin (transdermal absorption).
Magnesium supplements
Of course, it's important to have a balanced diet, but it's also recommended if you want to actively take in magnesium.
However, taking too much magnesium can cause digestive discomfort such as diarrhea and abdominal pain, so be sure to check the recommended dosage before taking supplements.
＜Tips＞
The following nutrients are said to have a synergistic effect when taken together with magnesium. When choosing a magnesium supplement, be sure to check the supplements that are included.
● Vitamin D : Supports magnesium absorption ● Calcium : Supports bone health ● Zinc : Regulates enzyme reactions and protein synthesis in the body
・Magnesium oil
Magnesium can be absorbed through the skin, so you can experience a variety of benefits just by applying magnesium oil.
Recommended for those who are concerned about body aches and stiff shoulders .
