EP 20 - Unlocking the Power of Magnesium - Rafea Naffa
In this episode, Liesl Bernard interviews Rafea Naffa, PhD bioanalytical chemist, Scientific Advisor for AIDP, about the critical role of magnesium in human health. They discuss the importance of magnesium for various bodily functions, its bioavailability, and the different forms of magnesium supplements available. Rafea emphasizes the need for daily magnesium intake, the symptoms of deficiency, and the impact of magnesium on brain health and hormonal balance. The conversation also touches on recent research and clinical studies that highlight the benefits of magnesium supplementation, particularly in improving cognitive performance and sleep quality. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Magnesium and Its Importance 02:00 The Role of Magnesium in the Body 05:58 Bioavailability and Sources of Magnesium 10:47 Understanding Magnesium Forms and Their Functions 13:01 Magnesium's Impact on Brain Health 16:00 Symptoms of Magnesium Deficiency 21:41 Magnesium and Hormonal Balance 25:40 Research and Clinical Studies on Magnesium 29:40 Daily Magnesium Intake and Recommendations 38:26 Personal Insights and Recommendations on Magnesium Contact Rafea Naffa: https://aidp.com/ rafea@aidp.com Contact Liesl Bernard: liesl@leadingforwellness.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/lieslbernard/ www.leadingforwellness.com