1 week Ago By Ana Morales
The popularity of magnesium and vitamin D supplements is growing, and rightly so—they’re two of the most critical nutrients for our bodies but are often lacking in many people's diets, particularly in Spain. Magnesium, as Dr Álvaro Campillo, digestive surgeon and partner of Kobbo Labs, explains, performs over 200 cellular functions, notably supporting restful sleep, central nervous system healing, and muscle repair. Pharmacist and nutritionist Paula Martín Clares adds that magnesium also plays a role in protein and bone formation, digestion, and cardiovascular health.
However, since the body doesn’t produce magnesium , our intake depends entirely on food—and exercise can lead to further magnesium loss through sweat. Vitamin D is equally essential, influencing over 200 bodily processes, including cardiovascular and immune health, mood regulation, and even skin health. However, as rheumatologist Lourdes Villalobos notes, vitamin D deficiency is prevalent and worsens with age and in individuals with darker skin tones.
Though our bodies can produce vitamin D through sunlight exposure, factors like reduced sun exposure and dietary fat limitations can hinder natural absorption, making dietary intake all the more crucial. Furthermore, Dr Catalina Fernández de Ana Portela, a researcher at the University of Santiago de Compostela, highlights that magnesium is essential for vitamin D synthesis, reinforcing the need for these nutrients to work together. 13 Dinners rich in magnesium and vitamin D For dessert, dark chocolate—rich in magnesium—can be a satisfying finish, with anti-ageing expert Dr Vicente Mera noting its positive impact as a mood booster.
Interestingly, countries like Switzerland and Belgium, with high chocolate consumption, also have a notable number of Nobel laureates. Also read: Zinc supplements can boost skin and hair health, according to experts Moringa supplements can help regulate blood sugar levels and improve heart health–here's what you need to know Vitamin B12 rich foods are the secret to glowing skin, here's how you can add them to your diet.
