Nutrients · mg

Magnesium

Magnesium takes part in hundreds of enzyme reactions — nerve and muscle function, blood-sugar regulation, and sleep. A combination of seeds and leafy greens usually carries it.

How much you need

Recommended intake (adults)310–420 mg, depending on age and sex
Tolerable upper limitNo upper limit from food (the 350 mg UL applies only to supplements)

Values are for general adults and vary by age, sex, and life stage. S8D personalizes the exact target to your profile.

Where to get it

  • Pumpkin & chia seeds
  • Leafy greens
  • Almonds & cashews
  • Black beans
  • Whole grains

Common questions

How much Magnesium do adults need?

Most adults need 310–420 mg, depending on age and sex of Magnesium (measured in mg). The exact target depends on age, sex, and life stage — S8D personalizes it to your profile.

What is the tolerable upper limit for Magnesium?

The tolerable upper limit is No upper limit from food (the 350 mg UL applies only to supplements). Staying under it avoids the risks of excess intake; S8D never builds a day that exceeds any nutrient's upper limit.

Which foods are high in Magnesium?

Good sources include Pumpkin & chia seeds, Leafy greens, Almonds & cashews, Black beans, Whole grains.

Why does Magnesium matter?

Magnesium takes part in hundreds of enzyme reactions — nerve and muscle function, blood-sugar regulation, and sleep. A combination of seeds and leafy greens usually carries it.

Hit your Magnesium target automatically

S8D computes a daily smoothie that meets every nutrient RDA — including Magnesium — without exceeding any upper limit.