Marion Hauser, MS, RD Some consider magnesium a miracle mineral. Its biological functions are far too numerous to provide here other than its protective functions in cardiovascular disease, certain cancers, cholesterol metabolism, problems of fatigue, problems of sleep, and problems of depression and anxiety. In this article we will concentrate on magnesium’s beneficial effects on joint related pain. Is magnesium good for joint pain? As with any supplement or nutrition component of food, there is a controversy as to whether magnesium supplementation would help some one with joint pain. For each study that you find suggesting magnesium’s benefit in help …