Magnesium has anti-inflammatoory benefits. Low magnesium intake is linked to chronic inflammation, which is one of the drivers of aging, obesity and chronic disease. In one study, children with the lowest blood magnesium levels were found to have the highest levels of the inflammatory marker CRP. They also had higher blood sugar, insulin and triglyceride levels. Magnesium can reduce CRP and other markers of inflammation in older adults, overweight people and those with prediabetes. ⁠ ⁠ To read more about this Friday Fact, visit: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-proven-magnesium-benefits#section6