Does nature hold the cure for employee burnout? Science on magnesium suggests it’s possible . Magnesium helps regulate blood pressure, as well as muscle and nerve function. The mineral is naturally found in plant- and animal-based foods, but many people still don’t get enough through diet alone. Estimates suggest roughly half of Americans have inadequate intake or are magnesium-deficient. Magnesium supplementation has been shown to help reduce a range of symptoms of daily psychological stress,