Magnesium (Mg)

AT A GLANCE:

Magnesium is an essential mineral; its roles:


  • Affects calcium fixation in bones 
  • Action on growth 
  • Action on nerve impulse transmission
  • Action on muscular contraction and heart rate management (muscular relaxant)
  • Contribution to immunity – Anti-stress
  • Anti-allergic
  • Anti-inflammatory 
  • Thermo-regulator  
  • Catalyst  for several metabolic reactions
Magnesium (Mg)

The needs are increased in certain situations:


  • Growth
  • Stress
  • Intensive exercising
  • Endurance work

Main natural sources of Magnesium:


  • Sea salt
  • Forage

60% of the body's magnesium is found in bones. The remainder is in blood and soft tissues where it is needed for muscle function and enzymatic pathways. It supports adrenergic, thyroid and parathyroid functions.