Magnesium is a hero ingredient in our Key products. It’s a mineral that is a cofactor in more than 300 enzyme systems in the body, responsible for supporting a wide range of biological functions. Magnesium is found naturally in many foods and occurs naturally in the body, but studies have found that about 50% of people in the US and Europe get less than the recommended daily amount of magnesium. Because it’s so important, it’s essential to find the best magnesium supplement to support your health.
So what are the benefits of taking a magnesium supplement, specifically for women? Let’s take a look!
Magnesium helps strengthen your bones
Magnesium is involved in bone formation, because it influences bone turnover. It also helps the body reap the benefits of Vitamin D (which is included as an ingredient in your Key solution!). As well as your bones, magnesium may help keep muscles healthy and strong.
Magnesium keeps you energised during exercise
This one is especially important if you’re exercising regularly. When you exercise, your body may require between 10-20% more magnesium than when you’re resting, because magnesium helps your muscles dispose of lactase. A build of up lactate during exercise can cause fatigue -- so by supplementing your magnesium levels, you may find that your performance during exercise is improved!
Magnesium helps improve your mood
Magnesium is very important to healthy brain function and mood. Studies have linked low magnesium levels to an increased risk of depression. Finding a good magnesium supplement may help reduce the symptoms of depression, and help your mood stabilise.
Magnesium is an anti-inflammatory
Chronic inflammation is linked to ageing, obesity and chronic disease, and low magnesium levels are linked to chronic inflammation. Magnesium supplements may reduce CRP, a marker of inflammation, and other indications of body-wide inflammation.
Magnesium mitigates PMS symptoms
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) affects three in four women, with common symptoms including bloating, cramps, headaches, fatigue and more. Some researchers propose that it works by calming the nervous system and balances different hormones.
Magnesium helps relieve symptoms of perimenopause and menopause
We told you magnesium was a hero ingredient! Magnesium has been shown to reduce hot flushes commonly associated with menopause. (1)
Magnesium can reduce your stress levels
Magnesium has a calming effect on the nervous system. This results in reduced feelings of anxiety, less cortisol, and an improved ability to deal with the stress of daily life. This can have positive effects on your overall health, including your menstrual cycle or your transition into menopause.
Tips for taking magnesium supplements
Magnesium works best when taken in combination with Vitamin B6, which is included in your Key solution! While magnesium can be found in leafy greens, chocolate and other foods, your magnesium levels may be depleted by stress and exercise, which is why a good magnesium supplement is essential.
