Reversing a Mineral Deficiency
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Because alcohol can derail the transportation system that escorts minerals such as zinc and magnesium out of the liver and into your bloodstream, researchers agree that anyone with a drinking problem also runs the risk of zinc and magnesium deficiencies.
Both zinc and magnesium are excreted in relatively large amounts when people are drinking excessively. They can be replaced by eating a well-balanced diet, he adds. Shellfish, pot roast, and eggs are all good sources of zinc, while nuts, whole grains, vegetables, and tofu are pretty decent sources of magnesium.
If you have heart or kidney problems, it’s important that you talk to your doctor before taking magnesium supplements. Read the rest of this entry »
