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/ [email protected]  Contact Liesl Bernard:  [email protected]  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lieslbernard/   www.leadingforwellness.com