Magnesium: The Stress Supplement For Muscle Growth?
Magnesium is the second most common vitamin and mineral deficiency in the worldâand itâs involved in over 200 chemical reactions inside your body, many which are related to stress management, sleep, and even insulin sensitivity. New research titled, âRole of Magnesium in Skeletal Muscle Health and Neuromuscular Diseases: A Scoping Reviewâ have concluded that magnesium can directly improve muscle mass and exercise recovery. No, magnesium wonât turn you into the hulk; however, long-term supplementation has been shown to reduce muscle damage, support healthy hormones, improve sleep, and reduce stress. The recommended daily amount is 300-400 mg day, but most people donât get enough. And if you train hard, you probably need moreâwhich is why I personally shoot for 500-600 mg day and take Legionâs Sucrosomial Magnesium