Magnesium is an important mineral that your body needs to function properly. It produces energy and controls blood sugar and chemical reactions in the body. Magnesium helps maintain proper levels of other minerals such as calcium, potassium, and zinc. Your heart, muscles, and kidneys all need magnesium to function properly. This mineral also helps in the formation of teeth and bones. Let us know which foods in which magnesium is found in abundance.
Black beans
Although beans of all colors are beneficial for health, when it comes to magnesium, black beans are on the top list. One cup of black beans contains 120 mg of magnesium.
Dark chocolate
Dark chocolate contains 64 milligrams of magnesium in a 1-ounce serving and is packed with antioxidants that are great for heart health. Choose a dark chocolate that contains 70% cocoa solids.
Nuts
Rich amounts of magnesium are found in almonds, cashews, and peanuts. One ounce of almonds contains 80 milligrams, or about 20 percent of your daily requirement, of magnesium. Cashews have 74 milligrams per ounce and 2 tablespoons of peanut butter have 49 milligrams of magnesium.
Quinoa
Quinoa is prepared and eaten in the same way as rice. It is known for its many health benefits including high protein and mineral content. One cup of cooked quinoa contains 118 mg of magnesium.
Spinach
Green leafy vegetables are always beneficial for health, spinach is also no exception. About 157 mg of magnesium is found in one cup of boiled spinach.
(PC: TOI, Leopard nutrition, Medical News Today)
