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Calcium and Magnesium May Decrease Risk of Metabolic SyndromeA study found an association between an increased intake of calcium and magnesium and a decreased risk of metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions, including abdominal obesity, hypertension, and high cholesterol, blood sugar, and triglyceride levels, that is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. The study, published in the British Journal of Nutrition, analyzed dietary data from 9,148 adults to determine their calcium and magnesium intakes. Researchers also monitored the participants for signs of metabolic syndrome. Here is what they found:
This research suggests that women may reduce their odds of metabolic syndrome if they meet the calcium and magnesium RDAs, while men may benefit from getting the RDA of magnesium plus more calcium than current recommendations indicate. However, this study was observational, so more clinical research is needed to validate the findings. In the meantime, you can boost your calcium and magnesium intake with a variety of foods. For example, milk, cheese, and leafy greens like kale all contain calcium, and legumes, nuts, seeds, and leafy greens like spinach all contain magnesium. A multivitamin supplement can also help you increase your intake of these vitamins. Source: British Journal of Nutrition Copyright © 2024 TraceGains, Inc. All rights reserved. |