Everybody should know about magnesium, it's that important! Without magnesium, we can’t produce energy. And if levels are too low then our sleep can feel disturbed. Magnesium is one of the most common deficiencies in the world today. There is a close relationship between magnesium vitamin D and calcium. Both vitamin D and calcium rely heavily on magnesium. Causes and risk factors for magnesium insufficiency Vigorous exercise Metabolic acidosis Alcohol consumption Small intestine issues Hyper Active thyroid High intake of caffeine Certain prescriptive medications Birth control pills Excessive and chronic stress Excessive sweating Excess calcium Soft drink consumption Poor soil quality Which is the most effective form of magnesium supplement? Considerable debate exists as to the answer of this question because there are so many variables. I personally choose the most natural form as Food State Sorelle Health Magnesium Plus which is considerably well absorbed and recognised by the body as food. Now also available as a money-saving (save £7.50) refill in a biodegradable pouch. Why Food State Magnesium is the best option Food State magnesium 70% absorption Magnesium Orotate <30% absorption Magnesium Carbonate 5% absorption Sadly there are many synthetic laboratory derived forms of magnesium such as: Chloride, acetate, bicarbonate, aspartate, chelate, malate, diglycinate, citrate, gluconate, taurate, hydroxide, succinate, lactate, picolinate, silicide, sulphate, stearate, orotate and carbonate. Supplemental powders and capsules: In nature, vitamins and minerals never exist in an isolated form, they are bound with cofactors in a nutrient dense food matrix. Epsom salts (magnesium sulphate) - soak in a bath Especially good for joint problems. Can also stimulate detoxification. Transdermal magnesium (magnesium chloride) - spray or cream Found in good quality Himalayan Sea salt and magnesium flakes from health shops. This is a really safe and effective form and can be used safely by those with kidney issues. Symptoms of magnesium deficiency Anxiety, panic attacks and aggression Fatigue and insomnia Heart palpitations and twitching Chronic stress and muscle cramps Menstrual cramps or dysmenorrhoea Brain fog and memory loss Nerve problems and chronic back pain Constipation and depression Chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia Muscular pain and tendinitis Poor nail growth and kidney stones Osteoporosis and loss of appetite Hypertension and noise sensitivity Sugar cravings Foods rich in magnesium Dark greens, nuts and seeds, wholegrain and legumes, avocados, dried apricots, figs, fatty fish, raw cacao and banana. More interesting facts about magnesium Magnesium regulates calcium triggered contraction of heart and muscle cells. Magnesium is used in fireworks because it gives bright white light. China produces about 80% of the worlds supply of magnesium Magnesium is a natural tranquiliser, it relaxes skeletal and smooth muscles. Because magnesium strong yet light weight, it is mixed with other metals such as aluminium, copper and zinc to make a strong alloy, used in making frames of aircraft cars. Magnesium can produce vasodilation of the coronary and peripheral arteries and lowers blood pressure. Magnesium plays a central role in the metabolism of carbohydrates and fats to produce energy. Magnesium hydroxide is also called milk of magnesia. Excess synthetic magnesium supplementation (malate, taurate, glycinate and citrate) can cause diarrhoea and hypermagnesemia. If you are looking for the most natural form of Magnesium, choose 'Food State' Sorelle Health Magnesium Plus which is considerably well absorbed and recognised by the body as food. SHOP our Sorelle Health Magnesium here You can also purchase Magnesium Plus and the Better Sleep Patches HERE
