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Magnesium acts as a physiological calcium antagonist and is involved in over 600 enzymatic reactions, making it essential for cellular physiology.
Magnesium is not just a supplement; it is a critical mineral involved in hundreds of body processes, from energy production to muscle function. Ensuring adequate intake supports these fundamental biological functions.
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Mg2+ is a powerful Ca2+ antagonist... Mg2+ is involved in over 600 enzymatic reactions including energy metabolism and protein synthesis.
Why this rating
This is a foundational physiological fact supported by extensive biochemical literature cited in the review.
Source
Magnesium in Man: Implications for Health and Disease
Jeroen H. F. de Baaij et al. · Physiological Reviews · 2014
DOI 10.1152/physrev.00012.2014
narrative_reviewCited 1,680×
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