What You Need to Know About Magnesium (The Simple Guide!)
Let's talk about something that's absolutely crucial for your body but probably not getting enough attention – magnesium. As an Osteopath and Naturopath, I'm constantly amazed by how this mighty mineral affects nearly everything we do.
The Magic of Magnesium: Your Body's Super Helper
Imagine your body as a busy household (something we know all about!). Magnesium is like that super-efficient personal assistant managing over 300 different tasks. Yes, you read that right – 300!
What Does Magnesium Actually Do?
Think of magnesium as your body's master controller, helping with:
- Building and repairing muscles
- Keeping your nerves happy
- Managing blood pressure
- Supporting your immune system
- Building strong bones
- Repairing DNA
- Creating natural antioxidants
Different Types of Magnesium: Which One Do You Need?
Just like there's a difference between instant coffee and your favourite barista brew, different types of magnesium serve different purposes:
Magnesium Glycinate: The All-Rounder
- Best for overall deficiency
- Easily absorbed
- Gentle on your gut
Magnesium Oxide: The Tummy Helper
- Great for acid reflux
- Helps with constipation
Magnesium Citrate: The Cleanse Support
- Helps maintain healthy magnesium levels
- Often used by doctors before procedures
Magnesium Malate: The Energy Boost
- Perfect for fighting fatigue
- Supports heart health
Signs Your Body Needs More Magnesium
Your body has ways of telling you it needs more magnesium:
- Feeling tired ALL the time
- Muscle cramps or twitches
- Headaches and migraines
- Hormone havoc
- Trouble sleeping
- Constipation
Why Modern Mums Are Running Low
Modern life is depleting our magnesium levels through:
- Stressed-out lifestyles (hello, mum life!)
- Modern farming practices
- Processed foods
- Poor gut health
- High coffee intake
Natural Ways to Boost Your Magnesium
Food Sources:
- Green leafy vegetables (spinach and kale)
- Pumpkin seeds
- Dark chocolate (yes, really!)
- Almonds and cashews
- Bananas
- Salmon
Why Choose Salt + Earth Co. Magnesium?
Here's where Salt + Earth Co. comes in. Our skin is amazing at absorbing magnesium, which is why we've created:
- Pure Magnesium Spray
- Magnesium Cream
- Magnesium Bath Soaks
All designed to help you absorb this essential mineral easily and effectively.
Why Choose Topical Magnesium?
- Bypasses digestive issues
- Works directly where you need it
- No pills to swallow
- Perfect for the whole family
- Easy to incorporate into your routine
Supporting your magnesium levels doesn't have to be complicated. Whether it's adding more magnesium-rich foods to your diet or incorporating our pure magnesium products into your daily routine, small changes can make a big difference in how you feel.
Ready to Support Your Magnesium Levels?
Start with our Pure Magnesium range – designed by a mum, for mums, and tested on my own family (never on animals!).
✌️ Dr. Bec