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Its one of the most common minerals in the body and some of its functions in the body are:
- plays a vital role in energy production because it is involved in around 300 enzyme reactions
- In cell reproduction plays a role in the development of nucleic acids and proteins
- Muscle relaxation by opposing calcium ions and also prevents calcium ions from entering the heart.
- Important in nerve function as it effects the sodium pumps of cells to operate.
- Has a regulatory effect on the parathyroid hormone.
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