Magnesium

July 3, 2008 | Leave a Comment

While the best way for your child to meet their nutritional requirements is through a healthy diet, some children have been found to be deficient in magnesium.

Some foods rich in magnesium are:

Magnesium helps the body absorb calcium and forms strong teeth and bones. Although many Americans do not eat the recommended amounts of magnesium, actual magnesium deficiencies are rare. As long as your child is healthy and is fed a balanced and nutritional diet, chances are that you have nothing to worry about.

Posted by Dr. Natalie Geary MD | Filed Under Nutrition