what is a good source of magnesium
Some of the best sources of magnesium are: 1  Spinach -- 1 c cooked. 2  Oysters -- 1 c raw. 3  Sesame Seeds -- 1/4 c dry. 4  Beets -- 1 c cooked. 5  Summer squash -- 1 c cooked. 6  Zucchini -- 1 c cooked. 7  Seaweed (kelp) -- 1 oz. raw. 8  Turnip Greens -- 1 c cooked. 9  Parsley -- 1 c chopped fresh. 10  Mustard Greens -- 1 c cooked.
Magnesium is found largely in whole grain breads and cereals. Breads made with refined flours unfortunately have very little magnesium, as most of the mineral is lost during the refining process. Most fortified and whole grain cereals contain 100 to 200 milligrams (mg) per bowl. Soybeans and lima beans contain 100 mg per serving, and most nuts contain 100 to 300 mg per serving. Such fruits and vegetables as avocados, bananas, beets, raisins, and dates are also good sources of magnesium. Helpful? 5 people found this helpful.
Tap, mineral, and bottled waters can also be sources of magnesium, but the amount of magnesium in water varies by source and brand (ranging from 1 mg/L to more than 120 mg/L) [ 8 ]. Approximately 30% to 40% of the dietary magnesium consumed is typically absorbed by the body [ 2, 9 ].