Magnesium is often called the anti-stress mineral because it has a calming
effect when taken. Its soothing properties induce restful sleep. It is very
much needed by the person who has a hyperactive nervous system, or one who is
hot-tempered, overly active, or agitated.

Magnesium is part of bones and cells, especially the smooth cells of arteries.
It protects the arterial lining from stress caused by sudden blood pressure
changes. Magnesium assists in the absorption of calcium and potassium.

Over 300 enzymes need magnesium to function properly. It has also been called
the circulatory mineral because of its regulating effect on muscle contraction.
Magnesium helps the body to utilize vitamins B6, C, and E.

When combined with B6 it helps to reduce and dissolve calcium phosphate stones.
Magnesium is so important that the brain stores twice as much magnesium as
other body tissues - this is a "safety supply" to have in the event of a drop
in the magnesium reserves.

Magnesium combats acids, toxins, gases, and impurities in the body. It makes
tissues limber, elastic, youthful, and supple. It is a natural laxative for the
bowels.

Nature's Sunshine Advantage
This magnesium formula has co-factors to help assimilation of the magnesium.

Possible Signs of Deficiency
Angina, Asthma, Cardiac Arrhythmia, Chronic Fatigue, Chronic Pain Syndrome,
Constipation, Depression, Dizziness, Digestive Problems, Heart Attacks (without
magnesium, arteries tense up) High Blood Pressure, High LDL Cholesterol Levels,
Hypertension, Insomnia, Irritability, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Kidney Stones,
Lack of Concentration, Migraines, Muscle Weakness, Nervousness, PMS Symptoms,
Pulmonary Disorders, Rapid Heartbeat, Seizures, Spasmodic Pains (especially
during women's monthly cycle), Sugar Cravings, Tantrums, Teeth Grinding,
Twitching, Schizophrenia

Things That Increase the Body's Need for Magnesium
Alcohol, Antibiotics, Diuretics, Diarrhea, Fluoride, Excess Levels of Zinc and
Vitamin D

Things That Deplete Magnesium
Large amounts of protein, fats, cod liver oil, calcium,and/or vitamin D. Foods
high is oxalic acid, such as almonds, chard, cocoa, rhubarb, spinach, and tea.
Stress, refined flour and sugar, chemotherapy.

Foods and Herbs High in Magnesium
Alfalfa, Apples, Apricots, Avocados, Bananas, Black-eyed Peas, Blackstrap
molasses, Brown Rice, Cantaloupe, Catnip, Capsicum, Chamomile, Chickweed,
Dandelion, Dulse, Eyebright, Figs, Garlic, Grapefruit, Green leafy veggies,
Hops, Horsetail, Kelp, Lemons, Licorice, Lima Beans, Mullein, Nuts, Parsley,
Peaches, Soybeans, Tofu, Whole Grains