Info: 100 Tablets (200 mg)
Magnesium has literally hundreds of functions in the body -- chief among them are that it helps develop and maintain bones and teeth; form tissue; maintain proper muscle function (particularly how they contract or relax); and metabolize carbohydrates, fats and proteins, making it in instrumental in energy production, and of potential use to those needing help in managing their blood sugar levels.
Info: 100 Tablets (200 mg)
Magnesium has literally hundreds of functions in the body -- chief among them are that it helps develop and maintain bones and teeth; form tissue; maintain proper muscle function (particularly how they contract or relax); and metabolize carbohydrates, fats and proteins, making it in instrumental in energy production, and of potential use to those needing help in managing their blood sugar levels.
Product Notes:
Protocol for Life Balance has produced this vegetarian/vegan Magnesium Citrate formula by synthesizing Magnesium Carbonate with Citric Acid to make the mineral more easily digestible, absorbable, and bioavailable. There are at least two other main benefits of taking the citrate form: to help treat or prevent constipation (it functions as a saline laxative - drawing water into the small intestine); and to help prevent migraines.
Ingredients:
Each tablet contains:
Magnesium: 200 mg (as Magnesium Citrate)
Non-medicinal ingredients: Cellulose, Tablet Coating, Stearic Acid (vegetable source), Croscarmellose Sodium and Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source).
Suggested Usage:
Adults: Take 2 tablets daily, with meals. Store bottle in a cool, dry place.
Warnings:
Some people may experience diarrhea.
Health Canada Natural Product Number: 80005311.
Supporting Science:
Kappeler, D et al. “Higher bioavailability of magnesium citrate as compared to magnesium oxide shown by evaluation of urinary excretion and serum levels after single-dose administration in a randomized cross-over study.” BMC Nutrition, 2017.
von Luckner, Alexander, and Franz Riederer. “Magnesium in Migraine Prophylaxis-Is There an Evidence-Based Rationale? A Systematic Review.” Headache, 2018.