MAG+
by LifeBlud
Magnesium Taurate + Magnesium Glycinate
120 capsules per bottle
Each capsule contains:
55mg elemental Magnesium
215mg Glycine
230mg Taurine
Other ingredients: bovine gelatin (capsule)
MAG+ - THE BEST ENCAPSULATED MAGNESIUM
Magnesium Taurate and Magnesium Glycinate are considered 'chelated' sources of magnesium - meaning the magnesium molecule is bound to the respective amino acids Taurine or Glycine.
This means that we receive the benefit of bioavailable magnesium, and also the benefits of the highly therapeutic amino acids to which they are bound.
The importance of Magnesium:
Magnesium is arguably the main conductor of electricity in the human body, along with water. It has a role in the activation of over 40% of the enzymes in our bodies (3700+), and helps us with many functions including but not limited to:
- synthesize hormones from cholesterol
- produce energy from the food we eat
- relax our muscles
- lower stress
- sleep restfully
- prevent cramping
- regulate calcium levels
- heart function
- maintain proper blood pressure
Most importantly - magnesium is at the heart of metabolic function. And without proper metabolic function, our bodies become less capable to create energy to perform each and every task they need to do throughout the day.
Magnesium gets depleted under stress, excess sweating, intense exercise, high metabolic activity, low thyroid function, dehydration, and lack of sleep. This is why its so important to replenish magnesium levels daily.
Benefits of Taurine:
Taurine is an amino acid with a long list of impressive benefits. It has been shown to: [3-11]
- thermoregulate (body temperature maintenance)
- balance calcium homeostasis
- improve detoxification
- reduce anxiety
- improve testosterone production
- help maintain electrolyte balance
- regulate blood pressure
- protect from liver damage
- improve glucose levels
- reduce cholesterol levels
- support neurotransmitter production
- protect cognitive function
Benefits of Glycine:
Glycine is another highly therapeutic amino acid. It is anti-inflammatory, anti-stress, and pro-metabolic.
Some benefits include: [12-21]
- increasing glutathione
- improved sleep quality
- increase healthy lifespan
- reduces tissue inflammation
- reduces high blood pressure
- collagen production
- liver protective
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