Good Health and Magnesium

Around 99% of the magnesium in our body works within cells, with over 60% deposited in our bones. 20% of it maintains proper muscle function and it is a beneficial metabolite.

Magnesium mobilises helps to remove toxins from within cells. In fact, it is required for over 300 important enzyme systems to regulate biological functions. This includes proper muscle and nerve function, blood glucose control, blood pressure regulation and energy production.

Alcohol, simple refined sugars, caffeine, saturated fats, a high intake of dairy products and even fluoride reduce the magnesium reserves within our body.

Research results show that most people consume 70% less magnesium than the recommended daily intake. Sadly though, many of high potency magnesium supplements available (probably 98%) may not be beneficial.

Contrary to popular belief, these high potency magnesium supplements can be much less effective if taken at the same time as high potency calcium supplements.

High dose magnesium or calcium decreases the absorption of the other mineral. These two traditional forms of supplement should be taken separately unless in Food State form.

People over the age of fifty are more deficient in this important mineral than the rest of the population. People within this age group are on average deficient by over 75%.

The trace mineral selenium is essential for the absorption of magnesium. Along with magnesium, research has shown that on average we only consume about 25% of our daily requirement of selenium.

Optimum magnesium can provide improved health benefits for:

• Cardiovascular System
• Digestive System
• Eyesight
• Immune System
• Musculoskeletal System – especially our Bones
• Nervous System
• Respiratory System

Even our teeth benefit for proper levels of magnesium, using around 1% of the body’s store of it. Proper levels of magnesium help harden teeth and may prevent tooth decay.

As an interesting note, optimum magnesium helps to alleviate many of the symptoms of hangovers and reduce the craving for tobacco.

Substances that contribute to the depletion of magnesium

There are several substances that have been found to further deplete or increase the excretion of magnesium. If we are low in magnesium to start with, these substances can only further reduce the magnesium levels in our body.

This list is not a complete list however it offers a guide so we can make more informed choices.

Alcohol

Caffeine

Lactose

Simple sugars – such as Sucrose (commonly call white sugar), glucose, fructose, dextrose, Various vegetable syrups such as corn syrup.

Saturated Fatty Acids – while Saturated Fatty Acids are components of each cell and have an important role in creating energy, too much can result in many undesirable consequences for us.

Aluminium – Fluoride, and even high dose calcium supplements can inhibit the absorption of magnesium or deplete the body’s reserves.

Dietary Proteins – a high intake of protein drinks adversely interfere with the absorption of magnesium.

Dietary Fats – a high intake of these fats may cause depletion of magnesium and can reduce the absorption of magnesium.

Vitamin D – in high doses causes the increased excretion of magnesium.

Exercise and the depletion of Magnesium

It is interesting to note that normal exercise and especially endurance exercise can increase the excretion of magnesium according to clinical research.

Were you aware that there are over 25 different chemical forms of magnesium usually called “natural” ?

Magnesium is only transmitted across the intestinal mucous when bound to a specific protein carrier protein. Unless it is in this form, it will not only fail to be transported, but it may block absorption of other magnesium molecules and even prevent absorption of other metal elements such as iron, zinc and calcium.

To supplement your dietary intake of magnesium, take a look at Wise Owl’s Food State Magnesium supplements:  https://www.wiseowlhealth.com/product/magnesium/

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NOTE: The information in this document is not intended to replace orthodox medical treatment. The information offered in this document is offered as additional complimentary information.