Readily Absorbed Form of Vitamin K2 — Made From Fermented Chickpeas

Regulates Calcium Balance, Directing Calcium to Bones, Not Blood Vessels

• Stays in Body Longer: The MK-7 form of Vitamin K2 has a longer half life compared to the MK-4 form of menaquinones. This means that MK-7 stays active in your body for a more extended period.
• Sourced from Nature: Made from fermented chickpeas, distinguishing it from synthetic forms of Vitamin K2 (MK-4) and other natural forms of MK-7 which are frequently soy-based.
• Enhanced Bioavailability with MenaQ7®: This supplement features MenaQ7®, a clinically studied form of Vitamin K2. MenaQ7® is easily absorbed and utilized by your body.

How to Optimize Absorption of Vitamin K2

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(CoEnzyme Q10 100 mg)

8x Higher Absorption than Traditional CoQ10

Uses GammaSorb Plant-Based Delivery System for Greater Bioavailability

CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) is important:

• Supports energy production within cells
• Replenishes CoQ10 depleted by cholesterol-lowering statin drugs
• Reduces the risk of oxidative stress
• Supports cellular energy for healthy aging
• Supports cognitive health, helps preserve neural connections, and healthy brain function

CoQ10 is Essential for Optimal Health

Every cell in our bodies has microscopic engines called mitochondria and the fuel for these engines is CoQ10.

CoQ10 sparks the process of moving electrons to create Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP), which powers your body at a microscopic level. Your heart, brain, and every energy-intensive aspect of your body and mind need a lot of CoQ10 to work optimally.

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Supports Production, Storage, Release of Nitric Oxide

Vascanox HP is a breakthrough product providing nitric oxide support for up to 24 hours with a single dose (as shown in a recent study, open-label IRB approved using N.O. test strips to measure nitric oxide). Vascanox HP supports the natural production, storage, and release of nitric oxide through multiple pathways.

Nitric oxide is a signaling messenger molecule that is produced in the body through both nitric oxide synthase (NOS) pathway and nitrate-nitric oxide pathway.

Nitric oxide signals blood vessels to widen which in turn allows greater blood flow to tissues like the heart and brain. Blood vessels are supposed to be able to dilate and constrict as needed.

Vascanox HP is a great companion product to Arterosil-HP. (Arterosil-HP is a foundational supplement that supports the endothelial glycocalyx, the fragile inner lining of the entire vascular system. The endothelial glycocalyx supports and regulates the entire vascular system, key to good blood flow, normal blood pressure and healthy arteries.)

Healthy vascular function is essential to every organ and system in the body. The endothelial glycocalyx lines every artery and vessel inside the body.

Nitric Oxide Regulates Blood Pressure, Transmits Signals Between Neurons, Suppresses Pathogens

Nitric Oxide has great physiological importance.

“Nitric oxide is an unusual messenger molecule with many physiologic roles, in the cardiovascular, neurologic and immune systems. It mediates blood vessel relaxation, neurotransmission and pathogen {bacteria and parasites} suppression.”

— Physiological and Clinical Importance of Nitric Oxide

Nitric Oxide Production Naturally Declines with Aging

The natural decline of nitric oxide production can contribute to dysfunction of inner arterial walls. Arterial stiffness contributes to high blood pressure and inflammation in the arteries, risk factors for cardiovascular disease.

What’s in Vascanox HP?

Vascanox HP contains a proprietary blend of black garlic extract, beetroot extract, black currant extract, bilberry extract, raspberry extract, blue honeysuckle berry extract, and blueberry extract. It also contains vitamin C, vitamin D, Thiamine and vitamin B12, as well as several minerals. See ingredients tab for Supplement Facts.    700 mg

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Berberine With Higher Absorption  

Berberine has been recommended in traditional practice and recognized by modern science to support healthy blood sugar, cholesterol and triglyceride levels, and overall metabolic health.

The compound berberine in Berberine Ultra Absorption is a root and bark extract from Indian barberry (Berberis aristata).

Berberine has also demonstrated antimicrobial activity against a variety of organisms including bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

But despite these findings, standard berberine can still be difficult for the body to absorb and use effectively.

In fact, it’s estimated that only about five percent of any given dosage of berberine actually makes it into the bloodstream, so finding a way to enhance absorption is key to the full advantage of its benefits.

GammaSorb^®  for Higher Berberine Absorption

Berberine Ultra Absorb uses GammaSorb,^® a plant-based material shown to increase the absorption of certain hard to absorb (fat soluble) dietary ingredients (in some cases by as much as 8 times) in its formulation.

Berberine Ultra Absorption supports:

• Healthy cholesterol & triglyceride balance
• Optimal liver function
• Healthy blood sugar levels
• Cellular function

Research on Berberine and Mitochondrial Function

There is also research being conducted about berberine’s functionality at the cellular level through the mitochondria.

This technical article, “Research progress on the pharmacological effects of berberine targeting mitochondria”

Abstract

Manufactured for EuroMedica, Green Bay, WI.

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Plus Olive Leaf Extract, Chromium, Vitamin C, Alpha Lipoic Acid
Powerful Antioxidant Flavonoids

Natural Approach to Supporting Healthy Cholesterol and Blood Glucose Levels – 17 Clinical Studies

Bergamet Pro+ is a clinically studied supplement made from an extract of the bergamot citrus fruit with additional antioxidants. Bergamet Pro+ is sourced from the juice of bergamot citrus fruit growth on southern ionic strip of Calabria Italy. Bergamet Pro+ is a powerful antioxidant.

Bergamot Pro+ is clinically proven to assist in:

• reducing total cholesterol levels
• improving LDL (shifts from small dense to large buoyant)
• improving HDL cholesterol (shifts from small pro inflammatory HDL to large anti-inflammatory HDL
• improving triglyceride levels
• supporting cardiovascular health
• maintaining healthy arteries
• supporting healthy blood sugar, enhancing insulin tolerance
• metabolizing fat
• supporting weight management and metabolic syndrome in conjunction with health diet and exercise
• decreasing liver enzyme levels (may help address fatty liver)
• reducing oxidative stress markers
• maintaining healthy immune system function
• providing powerful antioxidant health
• acting as an anti-inflammatory agent

Can Citrus Bergamot Superfruit Replace a Statin?

Preventive cardiologist Dr. Joel Kahn, MD discusses the science behind Citrus Bergamot Superfruit as a standalone or add-on to prescription drugs to lower cholesterol and triglycerides.

Dr. Kahn emphasizes that each individual should work with their healthcare team to determine the best treatment plan. He notes that best outcomes for cardiovascular health are when healthy diet, regular exercise, stress reduction, and sleep hygiene are also addressed.

Bergamot is a fragrant citrus fruit the size of an orange, with a yellow or green color similar to a lime, depending on ripeness.

The Bergamot citrus fruit has been used for years in Italian traditional medicine to address a variety of symptoms that include: fever, sore throat, infections of the respiratory system, urinary tract infections.

Key Flavonoids found in the Bergamot fruit:

Naringin and Neohesperidin – regulate lipid and glucose metabolism

Brutieridin and Melitidin – exhibit statin-like properties

Neoeriocitrin – modulates energy metabolism

From Bergamet North America, LLC

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Supports Structure and Normal Functions of Endothelial Glycocalyx

Every blood vessel in your body is lined with a protective, yet fragile micro-thin gel called the endothelial glycocalyx which protects and regulates the entire vascular system and healthy circulation/blood flow.

A healthy glycocalyx is essential for healthy artery walls that can be impacted by aging, genetics and lifestyle choices.

Primary lifestyle contributors to the breakdown of the endothelial glycocalyx are high blood glucose, oxidative stress (eg. poor diet, environmental toxins, smoking) and inflammation.

How Does Arterosil HP Support the Endothelial Glycocalyx and Arterial Health? 

Arterosil HP provides sulfated polysaccharide building blocks and antioxidants that support the maintenance of the endothelial glycocalyx.

What are the Compounds in Arterosil-HP that Support the Endothelial Glycocalyx?

Arterosil HP is a patented formulation that contains a glycocalyx-supporting compound — rhamnan sulfate — derived from a rare green seaweed (Monostroma nitidum).

In addition, Arterosil HP contains an anti-oxidant rich fruit, vegetable and green tea extract blend that provides vascular benefits and supports the effects of rhamnan sulfate by reducing oxidative stress.

US Patent: “Methods to stabilize and reverse atherosclerotic lesions by sulfated polysaccaharides.”

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More About the Functions of the Endothelial Glycocalyx

Important functions of the endothelial glycocalyx in vascular and micro-vascular health include:

• Regulating vascular permeability and fluid balance
• Supporting blood vessel health, regulating what gets through to the endothelium, providing a physical barrier against inadvertent adhesion of platelets and leukocytes to the vascular wall
• Supporting healthy blood flow
• Harboring beneficial antioxidants, coagulation factors and more
• Triggering the production of nitric oxide (NO) in response to blood flow. NO is a natural gas the body produces that widens the blood vessels and has many important functions
• Regulating coagulation (many of mediators of the coagulation pathway are buried inside the glycocalyx under normal physiological conditions)

The glycocalyx structure is so important, yet so delicate. It can be damaged by many common conditions, such as high blood glucose, oxidative stress, and inflammation.

Supporting the Endothelial Glycocalyx — A Major Breakthrough in Cardiovascular Medicine

“The arterial glycocalyx will likely be the next major breakthrough in cardiovascular medicine.

It is the first line of defense for the endothelium and its production of nitric oxide. The glycocalyx is like a protective “fur coat” for the endothelial cells that helps to prevent endothelial dysfunction.

The glycocalyx itself has many functions that may lower blood pressure, reduce coronary heart disease, decrease carotid plaque and lower stroke risk. We now have the ability to repair the glycocalyx with Arterosil.”

— Mark C. Houston, M.D., M.S., MSc, ABAARM, FAARM, FACP, FAHA, FASH, FACN, DABC, Author, Personalized and Precision Integrative Cardiovascular Medicine, Director, Hypertension Institute and Vascular Biology

The Endothelial Glycocalyx, Cardiovascular Injury and Inflammation

How Arterosil HP Contributes to Healthy Vascular Function: 

• Arterosil HP supports normal circulation*
• Arterosil HP helps support normal artery function*
• Arterosil HP helps maintain a healthy artery wall*
• Arterosil supports a healthy heart*
• Arterosil HP supports a strong and vital glycocalyx*

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Research on Rhamnam Sulfate, Research on Endothelial Glycocalyx

Research on Arterosil HP’s active ingredient — Rhamnan Sulfate from the seaweed Monostroma nitidum.
There are over 50 papers on PubMed that reference the rhamnan sulfate from Monostroma nitidum

Research on the Endothelial Glycocalyx — the fragile inner lining of the entire vascular system

Read more about Vascular Health and Why Blood Flow Matters.

The vascular system….60,000 miles of blood vessels — including arteries, veins and tiny capillaries — is essential to your total health.

Manufactured in the US by Calroy Health Sciences.

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EurOmega-3 – Bioidentical Omega-3 Fatty Acid Complex – Oil Free

DHA/EPA Naturally Bound to Phospholipids and Peptides Exclusively from North Atlantic Salmon
Unique Delivery System
Anti-Inflammatory Essential Omega Fatty Acids

Omega-3 Plus Phospholipids and Peptides

EurOmega-3 is the only Omega-3 with a natural ratio of bioidentical DHA/EPA (2:1) attached to phospholipids and peptides as it naturally occurs in salmon (not chemically altered or artificially spiked), optimizing absorption and improved stability.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids are essential dietary nutrients that support a healthy inflammation response, cardiovascular health, mental well-being and cognitive function, immune support, and skin and cell structure.

EurOmega-3 is exclusively sourced from Atlantic salmon wild-farmed on natural diets in their natural habitats off the fjords of Norway and Scotland. The salmon is freshly processed using no excessive heat, chemicals, or solvents – just cold processed with water and enzymes, immediately after the catch. The process is hexane-free. EurOmega-3 is third party tested for purity.

EurOmega-3 has virtually no calories (as compared with fish oils), no triglycerides, no fish burps, and no possibility of rancidity (since it is oil-free).

In EurOmega-3 marine phospholipids are naturally complexed with Omega-3 DHA and EPA and extracted from salmon. These Omega-3 molecules are bioidentical with the DHA and EPA found in both salmon and the human body.  The processing does not change the molecular profile as found in the salmon or the natural ratio of EPA:DHA (2:1). Our bodies can efficiently recognize and utilize these natural molecules in their natural proportions.

Phospholipid bound essential fatty acids are highly absorbable. People who have difficulty digesting fats or have intestinal malabsorption due to inflammation or bypass surgeries, may also benefit from the phospholipid vs. triglyceride delivery system of essential Omega-3’s.

Phospholipids are an important component of cell membranes, including brain tissue. See the Ingredients Tab for more about the role of the specific phospholipids in EurOmega-3.

More About Omega-3’s

Omega-3 fatty acids can help maintain a healthy inflammatory response. Scientists believe that inflammation is an important root of many chronic degenerative diseases like arthritis, inflamed joints, diabetes, heart disease, even obesity and Alzheimer’s.

Increasing Omega-3’s (through food and supplements) can help restore a better balance of these essential fatty acids to help reduce inflammation; most Americans eat a pro-inflammatory diet that is very low in Omega-3’s and very high in Omega-6’s.

See my web pages that further explain Omega-3s and inflammation  and the role of Omega-3’s in having healthy cell membranes.

EurOmega also contains unique, scientifically studied bioactive salmon peptides (not found in krill, flax or fish oil).

EurOmega-3 is manufactured exclusively for EuroMedica.

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^{Clinically Studied Nordic Naturals Fish Oil – Omega-3 Fatty Acids – 650 EPA/450DHA (2 gels)}
High Intensity Support – Concentrated Omega-3 Fatty Acids – in Highly Pure Fish Oil – Natural Lemon Flavor

Nordic Naturals ProOmega® fish oil provides high levels of the omega-3 fats EPA (Eicosapentoenoic Acid) and DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid).

Omega-3 fatty Acids Support So Many Aspects of Health

Perhaps the role of omega-3 fatty acids in supporting heart health is best known. In fact, regular adequate intake of omega-3’s may prevent sudden cardiac arrest and stroke.

In addition, omega-3’s are also critical for proper neurological and brain development, eye and skin health and for your immune system. So you it’s understandable that it’s important for developing children too.

And all of us benefit from our bodies’ maintaining a healthy inflammatory response, another role of omega-3 fatty acids. According to researchers inflammation is an important root of chronic degenerative diseases like arthritis, inflamed joints, diabetes, heart disease, obesity and Alzheimer’s.

Omega-3’s Can Help Rebalance Essential Fatty Acids in the American Diet

The typical American diet —  very low in Omega 3’s and very high in Omega-6’s — is a pro-inflammatory diet.

Increasing Omega-3’s (through food and nutritional supplements) can help restore a better balance of these essential fatty acids. Omega-3’s can help reduce inflammation.

Related web pages:

• Omega-3s and inflammation (and dietary changes you can make)
• Role of Omega-3’s in having healthy cell membranes (and why that’s so important).

Heart Health – American Heart Association (AHA) Recommendations

The AHA recommends consumption of Omega-3 fatty acids to decrease the risk factors associated with heart disease, such as hypertension, high triglycerides and atherosclerosis.

• General health maintenance — many health organizations recommend around 500 mg of EPA+DHA (combined) per day. This amount would reflect the amounts you get in your diet fish high in Omega-3 fatty acids, flaxseed oil and flaxseeds, walnuts) plus nutritional Omega-3 supplements.
• People with heart disease — the AHA  recommends 1 gram (1000 mg) of EPA+DHA  daily from fish and dietary supplements, as recommended by their physician.
• People with elevated triglycerides — the AHA recommends 2-4 grams (2,000 – 4,000 mg) of EPA+DHA each day from fish and dietary supplements, as recommended by their physician.

Why Nordic Naturals Fish Oil is a Good Choice

Nordic Naturals fish oil has been used in published clinical studies at many leading research institutions. Nordic Naturals has a great reputation for the freshness and great taste of its products. Each batch of ProOmega 1000 is independently tested for freshness and purity. (Freshness is especially important for oils since they are vulnerable to peroxidation and rancidity.)

They are also known for using a patented manufacturing process that is hexane-free, oxygen-free, and uses reduced heat.

(It’s good for the environment too. To prevent overfishing, 100% of the fish is sourced in compliance with the Norwegian fisheries management system, which has been a model of sustainability for over 30 years.)

ProOmega fish oil is processed in Norway and distributed in the US by Nordic Naturals.

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Highly Absorbable, Bioavailable
Preferred Form – Ubiquinol vs. Ubiquinone
100% Natural CoQ10

Arterial and Cardiovascular Support
Antioxidant /Active Scavenger of Free Radicals

Not all CoQ10 Supplements are Equal, Ubiquinol is More Available, Natural

I believe this CoQ10 Ubiquinol supplement is superior and worth the extra cost than what you’ll find at “big box” stores because:

• It is the Ubiquinol form of CoQ10 (also known as the reduced form). It is NOT the Ubiquinone (or oxidized) form of the coenzyme.
  • CoQ10 Ubiquinol is about twice as absorbable as the Ubiquinone form of CoQ10.
  • Ubiquinol is the primary form of CoQ10 found in the blood.
  • Ubiquinol is the active antioxidant form.
  • Your body may not be able to utilize the cheaper Ubiquinone form of CoQ10. In order to be able to use Ubiquinone, your body has to first convert it to Ubiquinol. The ability of the body to make this conversion naturally decreases with age.
• This Ubiquinol is Natural Ubiquinol vs. Others That are Synthetic Ubiquinol.
  • Protocol for Life uses KanekaQH Ubiquinol. It is naturally produced by microbial fermentation resulting in a naturally structured product (trans-isomer) that is utilized by the body.
  • In contrast, synthetic forms of Ubiquinol (and Ubiquinone, for that matter), are produced from a compound extracted from tobacco leaf. In this processing, cis as well as trans-isomers are produced.
  • The cis-isomers found in synthetically made Ubiquinol do not occur naturally in the body.

What Does CoQ10 Ubiquinol Do?

CoQ10, in the form of ubiquinol, is found inside the mitochondria (or “battery”) of every cell. Organs with higher energy requirements (kidneys, liver, heart) have particularly high concentrations of ubiquinol.

CoQ10 is a powerful fat-soluble free radical scavenger that helps protect cell membranes against free radical attack and oxidative stress. Oxidative stress can damage phospholipids in cell and mitochondrial membranes and can alter DNA, including in vascular structures, blood, brain and neurons. Without protection of this natural antioxidant, low density lipoproteins (LDLs) in the blood may become more damaging to the blood vessels.

CoQ10 is:

• essential for use in cellular energy production and cardiovascular support.
• synthesized by the body
• found in foods like oily fish (e.g., salmon and tuna), organ meats (e.g. liver), soy and sesame oils, and whole grains.

CoQ10 and Good Health

Many medical studies demonstrate beneficial effects of CoQ10 in heart-related conditions. They attribute this to its vital role in oxygen utilization and improving energy production, particularly in heart muscle cells.

CoQ 10 is beneficial for cardiovascular health in many ways. For example, CoQ10 assists in maintaining the normal oxidative state of LDL cholesterol, helps assure circulatory health, and supports optimal functioning of the heart muscle. CoQ10 also “relaxes” blood vessels and may play a beneficial role in the treatment of high blood pressure.

The reality is, as we age, even in middle age, there is a natural decline in the body’s production of CoQ10 Ubiquinol as well as a decrease in the efficiency of utilizing it.

History of CoQ10 as a Nutritional Supplement

Identified in 1957 and in 1974, Coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone/ubiquinol) was approved by the Japanese government for congestive heart failure treatments. Today it is used by millions of people in Japan, especially as part of a medical protocol for cardiovascular disease. CoQ10 is also an extensively used supplement in Europe and Russia.

What About CoQ10 and Statins?

Those who are taking statins (HMG coenzyme A reductase inhibitors) to lower cholesterol may be at particular risk for deficiency because not only do statins reduce cholesterol levels but they also block CoQ10 synthesis in the body. (Statins interfere with the production of a precursor in the synthesis of CoQ10 called mevalonic acid.)

The statin medications routinely result in lower CoQ10 levels in the serum and muscle tissue. Some, not all medical practitioners, believe that low CoQ10 levels in patients on statins may contribute to the common side effects of statin therapy such as fatigue and aching muscles.

If you are on a statin, you should consult with your own medical doctor as to his or her own recommendation regarding taking a CoQ10 nutritional supplement.

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Healthy Elimination, Overall Health
Helps Relax GI Tract, Stimulates Bowel Movements

Highly Absorbable and Bioavailable Chelated Form of Magnesium
Needed for Hundreds of Biochemical Processes in the Body

Magnesium (Mg) is a mineral that activates (catalyzes) hundreds of enzymes necessary for most chemical reactions in the body. Magnesium is present in every tissue in our bodies.

When taking a magnesium dietary supplement, it should be in a highly bioavailable and absorbable form (chelated), such as magnesium citrate.

Magnesium — Important Throughout the Body

Magnesium is essential for electrical activity, neuromuscular contractions, cardiac function (heart rhythm), transmitting nerve signals, metabolism, producing and transporting energy, synthesizing proteins, utilizing nutrients, regulating acid-alkaline balance (bone health), and smooth and skeletal muscle contraction and relaxation.

Magnesium does most of its work in the “background” in our bodies without us knowing it.

However, when it comes to healthy bowel elimination, magnesium’s effects can be more evident. People who suffer from constipation usually see a “before and after” effect from taking magnesium. I work with clients to help them personalize their own dosage.

Prevalence of Constipation in the US

According to the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse, service of NIH, constipation is one of the most common GI problems in the US, affecting an estimated 42 million people, more than 1 out of 7 people.

“Constipation is a condition in which a person has fewer than three bowel movements a week or has bowel movements with stools that are hard, dry, and small, making them painful or difficult to pass. People may feel bloated or have pain in their abdomen—the area between the chest and hips. Some people think they are constipated if they do not have a bowel movement every day. Bowel movements may occur three times a day or three times a week, depending on the person.”

There is a wide individual variation in frequency of bowel movements, and what is considered “normal.”

When people feel like they are not “going” regularly, they often try to “get things going” by modifying their diets. They might eat more foods high in fiber like fruit, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds and dried fruit, or try eating stewed prunes or prune juice. (Interestingly, these foods are also high in magnesium.) Depending on the underlying reason for the constipation, increasing fiber can help, but it can also make things worse for some people.

Another strategy is to hydrate more (not coffee or regular teas which are caffeinated and can be dehydrating) and increase gentle physical activities.

Sometimes people take a magnesium supplement to support healthy elimination. Magnesium citrate stimulates elimination by drawing fluid into the small intestine. Magnesium also helps the body relax, including the musculature involved with bowel movements.

If uncomfortable symptoms persist or before constipation becomes severe or serious, it’s best for a person to contact their physician or healthcare provider.

Taking Magnesium at Bedtime

Magnesium is a relaxing mineral and many people find that it supports their sleep. It can also help with general muscle tension, leg cramps, and restless legs.

Groups at Risk of Magnesium Inadequacy – According to NIH

“Magnesium inadequacy can occur when intakes fall below the RDA but are above the amount required to prevent overt deficiency. The following groups are more likely than others to be at risk of magnesium inadequacy because they typically consume insufficient amounts or they have medical conditions (or take medications) that reduce magnesium absorption from the gut or increase losses from the body.

People with gastrointestinal diseases
The chronic diarrhea and fat malabsorption resulting from Crohn’s disease, gluten-sensitive enteropathy (celiac disease), and regional enteritis can lead to magnesium depletion over time. Resection or bypass of the small intestine, especially the ileum, typically leads to malabsorption and magnesium loss.

People with type 2 diabetes
Magnesium deficits and increased urinary magnesium excretion can occur in people with insulin resistance and/or type 2 diabetes. The magnesium loss appears to be secondary to higher concentrations of glucose in the kidney that increase urine output.

People with alcohol dependence
Magnesium deficiency is common in people with chronic alcoholism. In these individuals, poor dietary intake and nutritional status; gastrointestinal problems, including vomiting, diarrhea, and steatorrhea (fatty stools) resulting from pancreatitis; renal dysfunction with excess excretion of magnesium into the urine; phosphate depletion; vitamin D deficiency; acute alcoholic ketoacidosis; and hyperaldosteronism secondary to liver disease can all contribute to decreased magnesium status.

Older adults
Older adults have lower dietary intakes of magnesium than younger adults. In addition, magnesium absorption from the gut decreases and renal magnesium excretion increases with age. Older adults are also more likely to have chronic diseases or take medications that alter magnesium status, which can increase their risk of magnesium depletion.” — from NIH Office of Dietary Supplements.

(Click for Full Magnesium Fact Sheet from NIH)

Everything You Want to Know About Magnesium

If you’d like to learn more about of magnesium and the scientific literature behind it, I recommend The Magnesium Miracle, by Carolyn Dean, MD, ND.

Made in the US by Pure Encapsulations, Sudbury, MA.

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