More and more, we’re hearing about the importance of magnesium. Among other things, the essential mineral is beneficial for reducing inflammation, improving sleep , and even repairing DNA. “Magnesium participates in many of the physiological functions of the body,” confirms nutritionist Itziar Digón .

While you can certainly take magnesium supplements , it’s even better to get it the old-fashioned way: by eating a magnesium-rich diet filled with fruits and vegetables . You can turn to foods high in magnesium, like pumpkin seeds or black beans, but the one food that’s an especially excellent source? Spinach. Not only is spinach filled with magnesium, but it can be cooked in many ways without lowering the nutritional quality of the mineral. Nutritionist Paula Martin Clares notes

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