http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2004/12/18/magnesium-memory.aspxAs many as half of all Americans do not consume the recommended daily amount of magnesium (400 mg). This deficit poses a major health risk, as magnesium helps build strong bones, make proteins, release energy that is stored in muscles and regulate bodyenCommunityServer 2008.5 SP1 (Build: 31106.3070)