Magnesium helps improve digestion
Magnesium plays a critical role in digestion from the very start. It helps in the production of enzymes in saliva [31] that break down food as soon as it is in your mouth. It is also essential in the production of hormones that trigger acid production in your stomach.
The pancreas is an organ behind the stomach that secretes enzymes that further break down food into the intestine. Without magnesium [32], the pancreas cannot make these enzymes. This means you will not be able to digest food properly.
There are many reasons people have digestive problems. Magnesium deficiency is a common cause that is often overlooked. Make sure to always have enough magnesium in your diet.