Many women do not get enough magnesium while pregnant and this can cause a number of unpleasant symptoms.

Magnesium has many critical functions in your body. In fact, 300 enzymes in your body rely on it. Magnesium is necessary for energy production and blood sugar regulation. Not getting enough magnesium can leave you feeling exhausted and it can raise the risk of gestational diabetes.

People who are magnesium deficient also tend to experience more problems sleeping.

Magnesium helps your nerves and muscles to function normally. Not getting enough magnesium can leave you with muscle cramps and twitches. It can also increase muscle soreness after exercise.

Your body requires more magnesium while pregnant, and if you don’t get enough, it increases the risk of pre-eclampsia and low birth weight of the baby.

Magnesium is found in green leafy vegetables, nuts, seeds and grains. It’s hard for most people to get enough just through food. Magnesium supplements are safe to use during pregnancy.

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