Magnesium increases circulation to inflamed tissue. It dilates small vessels so blood can flow better.
Magnesium is a NMDA pain receptor antagonist. It blocks pain signal transmission.
Magnesium works in the mitochondria at the membrane level to improve metabolism of the cells.
Magnesium works opposite to calcium for muscle functions. Calcium is the contracting electrolyte and magnesium is the relaxing electrolyte so cramping, tense muscles relax.
Magnesium is a biochemical factor in the proper metabolism of fats so that Omega-3's can be utilized properly.
You can visit a magnesium site and read more actions...there are many... like this one from Univ. of Oregon:
http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/mic/minerals/magnesium
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