Foods that boost your magnesium

The best place to start when it comes to magnesium is your plate. 

While supplements can be useful, building magnesium-rich foods into your daily routine is the most natural approach.

Magnesium rich foods

Leafy greens  – like spinach, kale, and Swiss chard

Avocados – creamy, versatile, and full of magnesium

Nuts & seeds – especially pumpkin seeds, almonds, and cashews

Dark chocolate – (70%+ cocoa) – yes, really!

Beans & legumes – chickpeas, black beans, lentils

Whole grains – oats, quinoa, brown rice

Wild-caught fish – salmon, mackerel, tuna

Sea vegetables – nori, kelp, wakame

Simple swaps you can make:

• Add a handful of seeds to porridge or salads
• Swap white rice for quinoa or brown rice
• Enjoy avocado on toast instead of butter
• Have a few squares of dark chocolate instead of a sugary dessert

Aim to include at least one magnesium-rich food in each meal. Small, consistent changes are often the most effective.

Sam ‘getting in the chocolate’ Hobbs