OptiMag

A blend of eight forms of magnesium for optimal absorption

Our product OptiMag combines eight different forms of magnesium to ensure optimal absorption of this essential trace-element. Various forms of magnesium are available as nutritional supplements but not all are optimally absorbed by the body and some cause gastrointestinal upsets.

To ensure optimal magnesium use by cells and improve digestive tolerance, this new OptiMag formulation contains:

• magnesium aspartate, magnesium malate and magnesium citrate, all of which were in the original OptiMag formulation;
• magnesium arginate, recognised for its vasodilatory effects;
• magnesium taurate, which facilitates magnesium entry into cells;
• magnesium glycerophosphate, a fat-soluble magnesium salt;
• magnesium bisglycinate, a stable form gentle on intestinal walls;
• magnesium pidolate with greater bioavailability.

Particularly indicated in cases of magnesium deficiency, OptiMag is also recognised as effective at relieving constipation, digestive problems and gastric hyperacidity.

Magnesium, an essential trace-element that should not be overlooked

Magnesium is an essential trace element for all living organisms. The fourth most important mineral in the human body, it is involved in more than 300 enzymatic reactions and works at various levels:

• it is necessary for healthy nerve and muscle function (muscle relaxation);
• it regulates the heart rate;
• it supports the immune system;
• it ensures healthy bones;
• it helps regulate blood glucose levels;
• it promotes normal blood pressure;
• it is involved in protein synthesis and energy metabolism;
• it helps synthesise neurotransmitters and modulate their activity;
• it reduces stress by preventing increases in cortisol.

Effective formulation for magnesium deficiency

Frequently under-diagnosed, magnesium deficiency is actually common with an estimated 75% of people falling short of the recommended daily amount of around 400mg. Such widespread magnesium deficiency may be the result of the high prevalence of refined foods in modern diets, as well as increases in stress. Other factors may also play a part such as daily overexposure to noise, certain drugs (such as diuretics), health problems like diabetes and digestive and kidney diseases, and excess dietary fat and alcohol.

Magnesium deficiency is often difficult to detect but can cause a number of different symptoms such as loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, weakness, muscle tension, irritability, insomnia, headaches, dizziness, anxiety, emotional oversensitivity, a feeling of a lump in the throat or stomach, and palpitations. More serious deficiency can lead to tetany, muscle cramps and contractions and problems with mood and heart rate.

To prevent deficiency, magnesium can be found in certain foods and is also available in dietary supplement form such as in our new formulation OptiMag.