#134 - The importance of Magnesium with Matt Blackburn

Matt needs no introduction! We always get great feedback when we have him on the podcast. The last time, Matt and I chatted about vitamin C. This time we’re talking everything magnesium. In this episode, we discuss:➡️The function of magnesium in the body➡️Why Matt takes his magnesium with his coffee➡️How poor soil impacts the food we eat➡️What types of magnesium you should avoid➡️The best types of magnesium (and why!)➡️The benefits of magnesium➡️How often you should take magnesiumAnd more!LINKSJoin our 7 Day Eat More, Train Less, Get Results ChallengeLearn more about our 16 week Winatlife Accelerator Program: Book your callMitolife Mag-ATP use discount code KITTY15 for 15% off Follow:Kitty Blomfield @kittyblomfieldMatt Blackburn @mattblackburnSHOW NOTES05:47 - Benefits of donating blood06:07 - The connection between systemic iron overload and magnesium07:04 - What is magnesium and its functions in the body?09:39 - How and why Matt takes his magnesium with his coffee10:55 - What is the best magnesium test 12:38 - The relationship between sodium and potassium13:15 - Great sources of potassium15:10 - How poor soil impacts the food we eat16:57 - What is our daily requirement for iron?17:08 - The connection between magnesium and iron18:18 - Different types of magnesium20:07 - What types of magnesium you should avoid20:40 - The best forms of magnesium23:31 - Recommended dosage of magnesium and when is the best time to take it27:55 -  The benefits of magnesium33:15 - Is there a connection between magnesium and body odor?35:05 - Does magnesium help with muscle soreness and recovery?36:57 - Why I take magnesium38:13 - How many grams of magnesium are in 1 gram of Shilajit? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands