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Is magnesium good for circulation?


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Circulation:

  1. Circulation is defined as the pumping of blood by the heart and its flow to the rest of the body.
  2. It is done by the circulatory system.
  3. It involves pulmonary circulation and systemic circulation.
  4. Oxygenated blood is pumped throughout the body while deoxygenated blood is pumped back to the lungs.

Role of magnesium in circulation:

  1. Studies have shown that magnesium supplements taken by patients with heart diseases had better blood vessel function.
  2. Their hearts also showed less stress while exercising.
  3. Magnesium helps in the relaxation of blood vessels and thus, regulates blood pressure.

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