Magnesium is essential to heart health and the prevention of cardiovascular disease¹.

Magnesium is needed to support the electrical activity of the heart, keeping the heart beating over 30 million times a year!

Magnesium is also needed for blood pressure regulation and heart rhythm control.

Scarily, most people are not getting enough magnesium.

What’s more, certain conditions like leaky gut, intake of processed foods and prescription medications, can cause your body to be depleted of its magnesium stores faster than they can be replaced.

A magnesium deficiency can lead to many health problems, especially for the heart.

Magnesium exists in your cells, bones and muscles. That’s why it’s important for testing to go beyond just a mere analysis of the blood – you must know what’s happening inside the cell.

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Why is Magnesium Necessary for Heart Health?

Research has shown that people with a higher intake of magnesium have a lower risk of heart disease².

Studies have also revealed that the higher your blood level of magnesium the lower your risk of coronary artery calcification³. This is a crucial point.

Additionally, it has been discovered that higher levels of magnesium are associated with lower levels of the inflammatory marker, C-reactive protein⁴, which is linked to heart problems.

The more inflammation, the higher your risk of EVERYTHING.

Magnesium is involved in more than 300 cellular reactions including those that impact:

• Heart rhythm
• Blood pressure
• Artery structure
• Muscle function
• Cellular energy

The heart health benefits of magnesium include but are not limited to:

• Preventing arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats such as atrial fibrillation)
• Keeping blood vessels healthy
• Supporting normal blood vessel dilation and contraction
• Helping to reduce damage to the heart from oxidative stress
• Boosting the good HDL cholesterol
• Protecting against Type 2 Diabetes
• Anti-inflammatory action

What Are Cardiac Symptoms of a Magnesium Deficiency?

• Heart arrhythmias like atrial fibrillation, PAC’s and PVC’s.
• Elevated blood pressure
• Inflammation
• Blood sugar imbalances

What Are Other Symptoms of a Magnesium Deficiency?

• Insomnia
• Fatigue
• Muscle pain
• Anxiety or stress
• Headaches and migraines

How Much Magnesium Do You Need Daily?

Depending on your life status, you need at least 300-500 mg of magnesium daily, usually more.

Most Americans are not getting enough magnesium in their diet. Elderly people and those with other chronic health conditions tend to be at risk for magnesium deficiencies as mineral absorption is impaired in these populations.

Nature intended for you to get enough magnesium from food. There are many Paleo food sources of magnesium, but often, food alone is not enough and supplementation is needed.

That’s because food is less nutritious today than it was in the past. Modern farming practices have depleted the soil. Air pollution is prevalent. Processed foods are the norm for most Americans, and the excessive amounts of sugar in most diets comes at the expense of minerals like magnesium.

What Are the Best Forms of Magnesium for the Heart?

Of the nine common forms of magnesium, there are five that are imperative to heart health. These are magnesium malate, magnesium citrate, magnesium taurinate, magnesium bis-glycinate chelate, and magnesium orotate.

When used as a supplement, magnesium needs to be attached to another molecule to ensure absorption and use by the body.

Check out our newly launched Magne 5 supplement for heart health!

This is your go-to magnesium supplement for your heart. This supplement contains a unique blend of five different magnesium forms to support your cardiovascular system.

A combination of magnesium forms is the best way to power a healthy heart.

Keep reading below to find out how each form helps the heart out.

• Magnesium Malate This form consists of magnesium combined with elemental malic acid. This type of magnesium is well absorbed and supports energy levels. Malic acid supports energy production in cells and aids in detoxing heavy metals from the body. It is a highly bioavailable form to support blood pressure, heart rhythm, inflammation and nerve function.
• Magnesium Citrate This form is magnesium bound to citric acid. It has a high absorption level. It is good for sleep and heart muscle relaxation. It aids in supporting digestion and improving constipation. Again, it is highly bioavailable to support blood pressure, heart rhythm and the heart muscle.
• Magnesium Taurinate This form, consisting of magnesium and the amino acid taurine, is highly bioavailable to the cells. This form is exceptional for the heart as both the magnesium and taurine can improve the function of the heart muscle. This form can increase ATP (energy) production in the cell, which protects the heart muscle. This type also reduces blood pressure and increases insulin sensitivity, further protecting the heart.
• Magnesium Bisglycinate This form of magnesium consists of magnesium and the amino acid glycine. It has a high absorption rate. It is also good for sleep and muscle relaxation. It has a calming effect on the nervous system.  This type is chelated and stable so it has a non-laxative effect. Due to its high absorption level, it is helpful in regulating blood pressure, heart rhythms and the cellular activity of the heart muscle.
• Magnesium Orotate Magnesium orotate is a compound made up of magnesium and orotic acid. This is one of the most effective forms of magnesium for heart health. This form can actually penetrate cell membranes and deliver magnesium to the innermost compartments of the cells. It is needed for heart health as it can deliver magnesium to these cells and help with the recovery of these tissues. It is also the best way to reverse magnesium deficiencies. Together, all five of these forms work to support the electrical activity of the heart and aid in normal blood pressure regulation.

What Is the Best Way to Take the Magne 5?

Take 2 capsules daily.

We recommend taking a serving of magnesium after dinner and prior to bed. This helps to stimulate more restful sleep, calms the nervous system, relaxes the heart and promotes healthy bowel movements the next morning.

Magnesium supplements are generally safe for most people. If you have kidney or heart issues, be sure to consult your holistic doctor.

Summary of Information:

• Magnesium is one of the most important minerals for the body. It is involved in over 300 cellular reactions.
• Your heart muscle has one of the highest needs for magnesium. It needs enough, high-quality magnesium to function properly.
• Try our new Magne 5 supplement for heart health. It is loaded with five unique forms of magnesium aimed at protecting the heart and lowering Cardiovascular Disease risk.

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References:

1. Gobbo et al., 2013: https://academic.oup.com/ajcn/article/98/1/160/4578317
2. Rosique- Esteban et al., 2018: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5852744/
3. Sanchez et al., 2016: https://nutritionj.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12937-016-0143-3

Dibaba et al., 2014: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24518747