ARE YOU MAGNESIUM DEFICIENT, OR IS YOUR MAGNESIUM DEFICIENT?

Magnesium is one of seven essential macro-minerals that the body needs in high quantities, yet 80% of adults are not consuming enough magnesium[1]. Magnesium deficiency can lead to hypomagnesemia, which has been associated with several chronic health disorders including diabetes, osteoporosis, insomnia and cardiovascular disease.

While there are several magnesium supplements to choose from at pharmacies, health food stores or supermarkets, there are huge differences between the synthetic and natural forms of magnesium supplements available. The key difference, however, is that the only type of supplement that will provide the same form of magnesium that is deficient in your diet is a wholefood blend.

WHOLEFOOD VS SYNTHETIC

Wholefood magnesium is bio accessible to a significantly greater degree than the magnesium found in synthetic blends. This is because wholefood supplements are packed with natural magnesium and a team of other essential vitamins, minerals, proteins and fatty acids that contribute to 100% solubility in the body. Synthetic alternatives do not have this natural nutrient dense synergy, meaning that they are not as easily absorbed.

BENEFITS OF MAGNESIUM IN THE BODY

Ensuring you maintain a healthy diet full of magnesium may assist in supporting:

• Muscle support and relaxation
• Healthy functioning of the nervous system
• Increasing energy
• Helping digestion
• Treating insomnia
• Regulating levels of calcium and potassium
• Preventing headaches
• Preventing osteoporosis
• Maintaining heart health

VITUS Pure Ocean Sourced Magnesium is a pure wholefood blend that contains over 400mg of elemental magnesium in each serve, and with 100% solubility in stomach acid, it is absorbed directly into the bloodstream.  Available in powder or capsule form, it is 100% vegan and free from gluten. Mix the ‘tasteless’ powder with smoothies, dips, dressings and more for a nutrient boost to any snack or meal, or try the capsule for a convenient dose on-the-go.  

 

* If this article raises any questions or concerns we recommend consulting your health care professional

[1] World Health Organisation 2009, ‘Calcium and Magnesium in Drinking Water: Public Health Significance,’ Accessed 12 June 2017,  <http://apps.who.int/iris/bitstream/handle/10665/43836/9789241563550_eng.pdf;jsessionid=4ED885F039FE8778B78EC8D14B1DE54E?sequence=1>