Why Magnesium?

Magnesium is found in every cell throughout your body and it needs this essential mineral to function properly. About 60% of the magnesium in your body occurs in bone, while the rest is in muscles, soft tissues, and fluids, including the blood. One of its main roles is to act as a cofactor (a helper molecule) in the biochemical reactions continuously performed by enzymes. It’s involved in more than 600 reactions in your body and also supports hormonal balance.
Magnesium helps move blood sugar into your muscles and dispose of lactate, which can build up during exercise and cause fatigue. Magnesium plays a critical role in brain function and mood, and low levels are linked to an increased risk of depression. This is an even greater risk factor with age because the absorption rate slows down and an elderly diet usually contains more carbohydrates and else proteins than the younger population.
Studies have shown that of people with type 2 diabetes, about half have low blood levels of magnesium, which may impair the body’s ability to regulate blood sugar level effectively. In the overall scheme of health management, magnesium may be the most overlooked, and yet vital mineral we need.

Benefits of Magnesium

Magnesium has a wide range of benefits including:

• Improved brain function
• Helps lower blood sugar levels
• Mood stabilizer
• Helps prevent muscle cramping
• Can help relieve migraines
• Improved heart health
• Helps increase bone mineral density