MAGNESIUM Mg Magnesium occurs abundantly in nature. However, much is lost in the processing and refining of foods. As a result, low magnesium intake is very common. Magnesium primarily functions in enzyme activation, with participation in more than 300 enzymatic reactions in the body, including the enzymes responsible for the transcription, translation and replication of nucleic acids (RNA and DNA). It plays a critical role in energy production through pathways of carbohydrate, lipid and protein metabolism and in the synthesis of ATP in the mitochondria. Magnesium is important for bone growth, the metabolism of calcium, and the structure and function of the muscles. In the sodium and potassium pump, magnesium is necessary for the active transport of Potassium out of the cells. FOODSTATEŽ MAGNESIUM AND HEALTHY HEART FUNCTION Magnesium deficiency has been identified as playing a major role in angina and has been shown to produce spasms of the coronary arteries]. One study concluded that men who die suddenly of heart attacks have significantly lower levels of heart magnesium as well as potassium, than matched controls. Magnesium improves delivery of oxygen to the heart muscle by relaxing the coronary artery as well as improving the production of energy within the heart muscle. In addition, magnesium helps to inhibit platelets from aggregating thereby forming blood clots. It also has a slight dilation effect on blood vessels, therefore lowering blood pressure. FOODSTATEŽ MAGNESIUM AND ASTHMA REDUCTION Studies that were completed prior to the availability of antihistamines indicated that treatment with Magnesium resulted in beneficial effects on those suffering from acute asthmatic attacks. Research has revealed a direct correlation between dietary intake of magnesium, lung function and asthma severity. FoodStateŽ Magnesium and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Relief Low red blood cell magnesium levels have been found in many patients with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. One double blind study found a significant improvement in energy levels in the Chronic Fatigue group treated with magnesium compared to those given a placebo. FOODSTATEŽ MAGNESIUM AND FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT There is a distinctive link between fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - approximately 70% of all patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia meet all of the diagnostic criteria for chronic fatigue syndrome. It would, therefore, be advisable to ensure adequate intake of magnesium if suffering from fibromyalgia. FOODSTATEŽ MAGNESIUM AND DIABETES SUPPORT Magnesium plays a considerable role in the process of glucose metabolism and studies have shown that Magnesium deficiency is common in diabetics. Supplementation is recommended for the prevention of some of the complications associated with diabetes such as retinopathy and heart disease. FOODSTATEŽ MAGNESIUM AND GLAUCOMA IMPROVEMENT In one study ten patients suffering with glaucoma were given 121.5 mg of magnesium twice a day. After four weeks, the blood supply and visual field had improved in all of the glaucoma patients. FOODSTATEŽ MAGNESIUM AND MIGRAINE RELIEF Several studies have linked magnesium deficiency with both migraine and tension headaches. Supplementation can be useful as Magnesium helps to maintain the tone of blood vessels and prevent over-excitability of the nerve cells. FOODSTATEŽ MAGNESIUM AND OSTEOPOROSIS PREVENTION There is some evidence to suggest that magnesium supplementation may be as important as Calcium supplementation to prevent and treat osteoporosis. One double-blind trial over a two year period showed a slight improvement in bone density in the group of women treated with a Magnesium supplement, compared to the placebo group who showed a slight decrease. FOODSTATEŽ MAGNESIUM AND PMS RELIEF Magnesium is integrally involved in hormonal cell function and deficiency may be closely linked to the symptoms associated with PMS. Studies have credited Magnesium with having a beneficial effect on emotional instability, nervous sensitivity, aches and pains, breast tenderness and weight gain. Note: Magnesium has also been found to be beneficial in the treatment of alcoholism and in the treatment and prevention of kidney stones. 180 tablets |