Magnesium has become a hot topic recently and for good reason. It’s a mineral that is involved in 300+ processes in the body, including muscle function, nerve health, blood sugar regulation, heart health, sleep, and energy production.
Most adult women need 310–320 mg/day of magnesium (more during pregnancy), while most adult men need 400–420 mg/day.
Chances are that you may not be getting enough magnesium in your diet. Plan your meals around food first, but if you are still struggling to get enough magnesium, I recommended grabbing Megafoods Triple Magnesium Complex which contains highly- absorbable forms of magnesium including magnesium bisglycinate, malate and citrate. One capsule contains 150 mg of magnesium. AD
Here are some of the best plant-based sources:
- Pumpkin seeds (¼ cup): ~190 mg
- Hemp seeds (3 tbsp): ~210 mg
- Chia seeds (2 tbsp): ~110 mg
- Flaxseed (2 tbsp): ~75 mg
- Almonds (¼ cup): ~95 mg
- Cashews (¼ cup): ~90 mg
- Peanuts (¼ cup): ~65 mg
- Edamame (1 cup): ~100 mg
- White beans (1 cup cooked): ~120 mg
- Chickpeas (1 cup cooked): ~80 mg
- Lentils (1 cup cooked): ~70 mg
- Spinach (1 cup cooked): ~155 mg
- Quinoa (1 cup cooked): ~120 mg
- Avocado (1 medium): ~60 mg
Grab the magnesium rich meal plan here!