Magnesium and healthy gut connection: Here's what you need to know

By , Delhi
Published on May 02, 2024 04:59 pm IST

From regulating muscle contractions to reducing inflammation, here are a few reasons why Magnesium is required for a healthy gut.

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Feeding the gut microbiome with the right kind of food can help bring back healthy balance of bacteria and thus improve the gut health.(Shutterstock) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on May 02, 2024 04:59 pm IST

Feeding the gut microbiome with the right kind of food can help bring back healthy balance of bacteria and thus improve the gut health.(Shutterstock)

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Compromised gut barrier can lead to an increased risk of inflammation. Magnesium helps in maintaining the integrity of the gut barrier. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on May 02, 2024 04:59 pm IST

Compromised gut barrier can lead to an increased risk of inflammation. Magnesium helps in maintaining the integrity of the gut barrier. (Unsplash)

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Magnesium helps in regulating muscle contractions. That further helps in movement of food in the digestive tract. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Magnesium helps in regulating muscle contractions. That further helps in movement of food in the digestive tract. (Unsplash)

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Magnesium helps in the production of digestive enzymes – this further helps the body to break down and absorb nutrients. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Magnesium helps in the production of digestive enzymes – this further helps the body to break down and absorb nutrients. (Unsplash)

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Magnesium helps in maintaining a healthy gut microbiome balance. Gut microbiomes are necessary for modulating the immune system and recovering energy. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on May 02, 2024 04:59 pm IST

Magnesium helps in maintaining a healthy gut microbiome balance. Gut microbiomes are necessary for modulating the immune system and recovering energy. (Unsplash)

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Chronic inflammation in the gut is a common feature in many digestive disorders. Magnesium helps in lowering the risk of inflammation.(Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on May 02, 2024 04:59 pm IST

Chronic inflammation in the gut is a common feature in many digestive disorders. Magnesium helps in lowering the risk of inflammation.(Unsplash)

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    ABOUT THE AUTHOR
    Tapatrisha Das

    Tapatrisha is Content Producer with Hindustan Times. She covers stories related to health, relationships, and fashion.

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