Reduce Your Risk of Heart Disease With Magnesium

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Did you know that getting enough magnesium is one of the best ways to reduce your risk of heart disease? It is. And it is also a very good way to reduce your risk of diabetes. In fact, one of the diagnostic criteria for diabetes is a low level of magnesium.

Magnesium is essential for over 300 functions in your body, including the production and use of insulin. A Harvard study that followed 127,000 people for 18 years found that those who consumed the most magnesium were the least likely to develop Type 2 diabetes. And a number of studies suggest that seven out of 10 people do not get enough of this mineral.  

The best source of magnesium is food – including leafy green vegetables, nuts, seeds, whole grains, and avocados. If you don’t eat a lot of these foods, it would be wise to supplement your diet with a multi-vitamin or multi-mineral that has magnesium in it.

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Denise Griffitts
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Short Bursts of Exercise Are Very Effective for Weight Management

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If you have trouble finding blocks of time to dedicate to exercise you will be interested to know that several research studies show that two or three short bouts of vigorous exercise per day will stimulate your metabolism more than one long bout of exercise.

Some of these studies also show that exercising in short bursts (interval training) is just as effective at decreasing body fat and lowering triglycerides. If you can’t dedicate a half hour each day to exercise, take 3 or more 10 minutes exercise breaks on your rebounder, or mini-trampoline through out the day and early evening. You will find that you will achieve, quite easily and enjoyably, the health benefits of a longer workout.

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Denise Griffitts
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