What is Magnesium?

Magnesium is a mineral found in large quantities in the body, and is essential for a wide variety of critical processes. It is found in foods, dietary supplements, and some medications such as laxatives and antacids. 

Magnesium plays a vital role in more than 300 enzyme systems that regulate a wide range of biochemical reactions in the body that include: 

• Protein synthesis
• Muscle contraction
• Nerve function
• Blood pressure regulation
• Glucose blood control
• Glycolysis
• Energy production
• Oxidative phosphorylation
• Bone develoment
• DNA and RNA synthesis
• Synthesis of gluthione
• Transport of calcium and potassium ions for optimal nerve, muscle, and heart function

Signs of Magnesium Deficiency:

A lack of magnesium can lead to signs and symptoms that include: 

• Leg cramps
• Restless leg syndrome
• Insomnia
• Anxiety
• Hyperactivity and restlessness
• Muscle pain
• Fibromyalgia
• High blood pressure
• Poor blood sugar regulation
• Fatigue
• Weakness
• Migraines
• Osteoporosis

Magnesium Deficiency Causes:

Some causes of magnesium deficiency can include:

• Lack of intake of magnesium-rich foods
• Soil depletion
• GMO foods
• Use of chemicals in agriculture
• Digestive diseases that prevent absorption
• Impaired gut function due to high medication use
• High intake of fluids that rapidly flush out essential electrolytes such as magnesium, potassium, and sodium

Benefits of Magnesium Supplementation:

Supplements can be used to top up magnesium levels with benefits that include:  

• Better muscle and nerve function
• Improved sleep
• Increased energy
• Reduced risk of osteoporosis
• Constipation relief