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What Form of Magnesium Supplements Best Regulates Heart Rhythms?

Published Aug,23 2011 | By Shannon Neumann

Magnesium is an essential mineral. It contributes to important functions of the body, including relaxation and contraction of muscles and the function of enzymes. Magnesium is found in many of the foods you eat, however, many people are not consuming enough.

Shannon Neumann specializes in clinical exercise for cardiac disease, diabetes, pulmonary disease, nutrition and stress management. She serves as an exercise physiologist in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. Neumann holds a Master of Science in exercise science from Southern Connecticut State University, as well as national certifications from the American College of Sports Medicine, American Heart Association and the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America.