Feeling exhausted, anxious, constipated, wired at night, or dealing with muscle cramps—and wondering if your body is trying to tell you something?

In this episode of The BeingBrigid Show, Brigid takes a deep dive into one of the most important—and most overlooked—minerals in women’s nutrition: magnesium. From improving sleep and supporting hormone health to blood sugar balance, nervous system regulation, metabolic health, and eating for longevity, magnesium plays a role in more than 300 enzymatic reactions in the body.

Brigid breaks down the most common signs of magnesium deficiency, the best magnesium-rich foods, how to choose the right supplement form, and what the latest research says about magnesium for stress, blood pressure, pre-diabetes, cognition, inflammation, and more.

What You’ll Learn In This Episode:

• The most common symptoms of magnesium deficiency
• Why magnesium is critical for energy production and nervous system regulation
• How magnesium supports blood sugar balance and insulin sensitivity
• The connection between magnesium, sleep, anxiety, and hormone health
• Best food sources of magnesium for holistic nutrition
• Why magnesium needs increase during stress, perimenopause, and intense exercise
• The truth about magnesium testing and why serum levels can be misleading

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Introduction to Magnesium and Its Importance
• 03:07 Symptoms of Magnesium Deficiency
• 05:48 Causes of Magnesium Deficiency
• 08:56 Recommended Daily Intake of Magnesium
• 12:06 Food Sources of Magnesium
• 14:47 Forms of Magnesium Supplements
• 18:02 Research on Magnesium and Health Benefits
• 24:01 Magnesium for Mental Health and Cognitive Function
• 30:02 Conclusion and Membership Announcement

Resources & Links:

+ Watch the full episode on YouTube

+ Join The Being Collective

+ Brigid’s Website

+ Brigid’s Instagram

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