It's difficult to get enough magnesium through diet alone.
In fact, studies have shown that many Americans don’t consume the recommended
amount each day. Compounding this problem is the fact that even foods that are
relatively good sources of magnesium may not be absorbed well. Some of the best
food sources of magnesium, such as almonds, cocoa and spinach contain oxalic
acid, which hinders the absorption of magnesium.
Water
Supply as a Source of Magnesium
Some people are lucky enough to have a magnesium-rich
water supply and they don't need to worry about getting enough magnesium from
foods. Without thinking about it, they drink the magnesium-rich water
throughout the day, use it in cooking, and absorb it through the skin as they
bathe and shower in it. For the rest of us, a supplemental source of magnesium
can be highly beneficial, helping with constipation, anxiety, hypertension,
skin health and more.
How
to get Enough Magnesium Absorbable Magnesium
The problem with taking magnesium supplements is that
they can cause loose stool and make bowel movements more urgent. As a result,
a large dose consumed once a day may not be absorbed well. People who get their
magnesium the natural way-- through a mineral-rich water source-- don’t have that
problem because they don’t take large, unnatural doses of magnesium at one time.
Those without a magnesium-rich water supply can simulate the effect by adding
magnesium drops or powder to their drinking water and sipping it throughout the
day between meals. Additionally, magnesium can be added to bath water in the
form of Epsom salts or Dead Sea salt.
Sources:
http://whqlibdoc.who.int/publications/2009/9789241563550_eng.pdf
-Magnesium drops that are great added to water can be purchased here
