Magnesium is a cofactor in more than 300 enzyme systems that regulate diverse biochemical reactions in the body, including blood pressure regulation.⁠

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Hypertension is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. A diet containing more magnesium, more low-fat or non-fat dairy products, and less fat overall was shown to lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure. ⁠

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To find out more about this Friday Fact visit: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Magnesium-HealthProfessional/