The chemical secrets of the Mediterranean diet: High levels of magnesium help to reduce risk of strokes, diabetes and heart disease

Scientists have found magnesium reduces the risk of diseases such as diabetes
This can be found in stalwarts of the Med diet such as leafy greens, nuts, fish
The key is not eating just one of the above but a wide range of foods containing the mineral, the Chinese researchers say

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Scientists at Zhejiang University in China have found magnesium in leafy greens, nuts, whole grains, meats and fish help reduce the risk of preventable diseases.