Magnesium is an important mineral that helps with many bodily functions including energy, muscles, nerves, bones, and blood sugar balance. However, research suggests that up to 45% of Americans are magnesium deficient.

Ensuring you're getting enough of other important nutrients, whether through diet or supplements, can help your body better absorb and process magnesium.

1. Vitamin D

"The body absorbs magnesium better when paired with certain nutrients," said Lynne Romancia, MS, RDN , a dietitian at Providence St. Jude Medical Center.

Vitamin D , particularly vitamin D3 , helps the gut better absorb magnesium, she added.

On the other hand, magnesium also helps the body process and use vitamin D, so these nutrients are essentially codependent and work together.

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