It seems everyone is recommending or taking magnesium as a supplement. But what is it and why may it be beneficial for you?

Magnesium is the fourth abundant mineral found in our bodies. It is essential for a lot of the metabolic process and bodily functions. It’s important for energy, our muscle health and nervous system. It can be found in our food like nuts, seeds and legumes but research has shown that 50% of us are not getting enough.

Low levels of magnesium are linked to type 2 diabetes, heart disease and alzheimers as it plays an important role for our bodies and brain.

Magnesium can help keep inflammatory markers low, reduce muscle cramps and tension and help with migraines and depression.

It is important to speak to a health practitioner before taking magnesium as it can affect the way your body absorbs other medications. Likewise other medications can affect how our body naturally absorbs magnesium.

There are a lot of options for over-the-counter magnesium supplements, and it is difficult to know which is best.

Metagenics is recognised as a Leading Natural Health Science Company and the innovators in Natural Health products and Healthcare Professional education. Head 2 Toe supply magnesium supplements from the Metagenics range. It is important to speak with a practitioner to find the right one for you.