Magnesium is a very valuable mineral for the physiological well-being of our body because it is involved in several vital processes; it is important for maintaining healthy bones and teeth and contributes to the regular functioning of the nervous system, it also helps with cramps and has antioxidant functions. It is found in nature in different forms, it is extracted from both mines and salt mines, it is also contained in seawater with a concentration of about 1.3 kg per ton.
This very valuable mineral is present in many foods, including green leafy vegetables, grains, nuts, and some types of fish, but there may be times when, although the dietary intake is balanced, it is not sufficient, thus creating imbalances; this can happen due to prolonged periods of stress, prolonged periods of excessive sweating as can happen in summer, intense physical activity, or even during pregnancy.
During seasonal changes or with the summer heat, it often happens that you feel tired and exhausted, with the impression that you have no energy; in these cases magnesium helps reduce fatigue and stress, best supplemented with Vitamin B6 and B12, which support muscle function, and Rhodiola and Eleutherococcus, which promote memory and concentration, boost energy, and improve physical endurance.
When to use magnesium
In addition to being a valuable ally in combating fatigue and tiredness, magnesium, in addition to Vitamin B6, Griffonia and Lemon Balm, is very useful in cases of stress, anxiety and insomnia due to its calming action on the nervous system; its pain-relieving and muscle relaxant properties are also well known for calming menstrual cramps and muscle pain and inflammation, as well as headaches. In combination with Papaya and inulin, magnesium also contributes to normal intestinal transit and helps to rebalance the bacterial flora of the intestine by aiding proper bowel function.