We want to talk to you about one of THE most important nutrients – Mg MAGNESIUM!
Mg is a key nutrient for utilising energy (ATP), which is our energy.
Increased stress = more energy used (ATP) = rapid depletion of magnesium in the body
Mg helps to support:
Blood sugar balance
Optimal circulation & blood pressure
Cellular energy production
A calm nervous system
Pain relief & relaxed muscles
Bone density & calcium balance
Joints & ligament flexibility
Deep sleep patterns and more…
There are many functions supported by magnesium in the body:
Regulates calcium
Regulates heart contractibility
Energy production
Cleans the bowel
Relaxes smooth muscles
Sleep quality
Why do we need magnesium? Modern Farming practices have depleted the soil of nutrients. This means we receive a lot less magnesium from our food than we used to.
There are different types of magnesium, good/well absorbed and bad/poorly absorbed. They also have different functions within the body. Here is a list:
Good – good absorption: Malate – energising, metabolism, reduces muscle pain Glycinate – relaxing, gut friendly, good for nerve pain Dihydroxide Chloride – detoxifying, good for kidneys Sulfate Taurate – cardiovascular health Orotate – cardiovascular health Citrate – relaxing, reducing muscle pain, good for kidneys L-Threonate – brain injuries, depression, anxiety, memory, learning, neurodegenerative disorders
Bad – poor absorption: Oxide Dihydroxide Asparate Carbonate
Magnesium Deficiency Symptoms
Poor cognitive processing
Headaches
Constipation & related disorders
Fatigue
Poor sleep quality
Muscle spasms & cramping
Pain & soreness
Irregular heartbeat
Numbness & tingling
Mood & behavioural disorders
Whilst we talk about supplementation, it is also important to eat the right foods. Here are a list of high Mg foods:
Swiss Chard
Spinach
Grass-fed Dairy
Avocados
Pumpkin Seeds
Pink Salts
Nuts
Dark Chocolate
Wild-Caught Fish
Sprouts
Sea Vegetables
Organic Coffee