Seniors: Don’t just drink plain water, add this mineral for perfect blood circulation.
That headline is likely overstating the evidence.
If the “mineral” being promoted is magnesium, there is some evidence that adequate magnesium intake supports normal blood vessel function and blood pressure regulation, and mineral-rich water containing magnesium (and sometimes calcium) may have modest cardiovascular benefits in people who are deficient. (www.heart.org)
However:
- There is no single mineral that guarantees “perfect blood circulation.”
- Most older adults can maintain healthy circulation through adequate hydration, regular physical activity, management of blood pressure, diabetes and cholesterol, and a balanced diet. (PMC)
- For many healthy people, plain water is perfectly adequate for hydration. Electrolyte or mineral supplements are usually most useful when there are significant losses from sweating, illness, or a documented deficiency. (The Nutrition Source)
- Excess mineral supplementation can be harmful, especially for people with kidney disease, heart disease, or those taking certain medications. (Vogue)
If you can share the article or tell me which mineral it recommends, I can evaluate the claim more specifically.