Post Views: 554 Magnesium ranks fourth in overall abundance in the body among the cations. An adult body contains 25 gms of this mineral of which 55-60% is in the skeleton. Another 20-25% is found in muscles with remaining in soft tissues. What is the role of Magnesium in the body? Magnesium plays an important role in assisting more than 300 enzymes to carry out various chemical reactions in the body. It helps in functions such as: –      building proteins –      building strong bones –      regulating blood sugar –      regulating blood pressure –      nerve and muscle Magnesium also helps in the contraction muscles and for a steady heartbeat. What is…