Magnesium Deluxe - 120 Count

• Supports GI Health (can assist in acid reflux, GERD, & constipation)
• Promotes Improved Sleep (increases natural circulating melatonin so can assist in insomnia)
• Aids in Cardiovascular Support (can assist in heart disease)
• Helps Maintain Healthy Blood Pressure and Glucose Levels (can assist in hypertension, diabetes, and insulin resistance)
• Promotes Energy Production and Muscle Relaxation (can assist in fatigue)

Magnesium is an abundant mineral in the body and is found naturally in many foods, like green leafy vegetables. It is also found in over-the-counter medications, such as laxatives. The average American intake of magnesium, according to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES Study) is critically low: Many Americans fail to consume the estimated average requirement (EAR) established by the Institute of Medicine. In addition, more than 57% of the population does not meet the United States Department of Agriculture requirements for magnesium in the diet. Intracellular magnesium levels are decreased by excessive intake of alcohol, salt, coffee, phosphoric acid found in sodas, diets high in calcium and high stress levels. Because of widespread nature of magnesium deficiencies, adequate daily intake of magnesium is critical for proper hydration, stress response, muscle relaxation, promoting healthy blood pressure levels, optimal bone mineral density, and blood sugar regulation.

Reacted Magnesium provides three unique forms of highly-absorbed magnesium to ensure maximum absorption of this important macromineral. Most magnesium supplements use only a single source of magnesium, which can easily overwhelm a single pathway of absorption and limit uptake. Reacted Magnesium takes advantage of three unique pathways of absorption by providing magnesium as di-magnesium malate, magnesium citrate and magnesium glycinate for enhanced absorption, improved utilization and gastrointestinal (GI) comfort. Some individuals, who take other forms of magnesium supplements, often experience GI side effects, including gas, bloating, diarrhea, constipation or a combination of these symptoms. The forms of magnesium used in Reacted Magnesium preserve GI comfort while maximizing absorption and restoring magnesium levels in the body.

Magnesium helps to increase the amount of water in the intestines, which can help with bowel movements and constipation. It may be used as a laxative due to these properties. Individuals typically see better bowel movements with 200-500 mg of Magnesium gluconate which is found in our magnesium. Magnesium deficiency is also a cause of acid reflux or GERD. Magnesium helps the sphincter at the bottom of the stomach (the pyloric sphincter) relax when digestion in the stomach is complete, allowing food to leave the stomach and enter the small intestines for further digestion. In case of magnesium deficiency, the pyloric sphincter fails to relax as frequently as it should. This impairs efficient emptying of the stomach. The food remains in the stomach for a longer time and creates pressure on the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) which is a ring of muscle that forms a valve at the lower end of the esophagus where it joins the stomach. The LES stays closed except during swallowing, when it allows food to pass from the esophagus into the stomach. If pressure is placed on the LES due to food staying in the stomach too long this pressure opens the LES, causing acid to reflux up into the esophagus leading to symptoms of heartburn. Another mechanism by which magnesium helps relieve GERD is by its action on the stomach acid. In cases of digestive issues caused by high stomach acid, magnesium is extremely efficient in neutralizing this acidity. When stomach acidity is high, it impairs normal digestion. Improper digestion leads to formation of gas and bloating. A bloated stomach also puts pressure on the LES making it open upwards and spilling acidic contents into the esophagus leading to symptoms of heartburn.

Finally, adequate levels of magnesium can also aid in better sleep. One study of older adults with insomnia found that magnesium supplementation at a dose of 500 milligrams daily for eight weeks helped them fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, reduced nighttime awakenings, and increased their levels of naturally circulating melatonin. 1