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Okay, i've heard many different answers to this. but how many mgs of magnesium, potassium, calcium and protein do i need daily? (229 lbs, female, 5'3?
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A more important issue for your health is your weight, more specifically overweight. If you eat a mixed diet you will get sufficient amount of these minerals and you should focus on attaining a healthy weight with a BMI below 25, through diet and exercise. Visit this site for daily nutrient requirement: https://ods.od.nih.gov/HealthInformation/Dietary_Reference_Intakes.aspx Wish you good health!
Answered 11/21/2021
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