MAGNESIUM

Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in the body, and it plays several crucial roles in the health of the organs, muscles and brain. In fact, Magnesium is involved in hundreds of biochemical reactions in the human body. 

Some of these vital roles include: 

-    Energy creation: Helps convert food into energy

-    Protein synthesis: formation of new proteins from amino acids

-    Muscle movements: Is part of the contraction and relaxation of muscles

-    Nervous system regulation

During exercise, 10-20% more Magnesium is needed by the body. Magnesium is involved in the transportation of glucose into the muscles and the clearance of lactate. Lactate, also called Lactic Acid, is the bioproduct of glucose being converted into energy during extraneous exercise and can build up in the muscles and cause soreness and fatigue. Therefore, Magnesium is shown to improve exercise performance by increasing energy and muscle contraction and facilitating recovery.  Furthermore, Magnesium also has anti-inflammatory properties that are known to reduce chronic inflammation, boosting its recovery benefits.