The link between magnesium and muscle cramps
Magnesium is a mineral involved in over 600 biochemical reactions in the body, including those that regulate muscle contraction and relaxation. Magnesium helps maintain the balance of electrolytes like calcium and potassium, which are vital for proper muscle function. When magnesium levels are insufficient, the balance of these electrolytes can be disrupted, leading to increased susceptibility to muscle cramps and spasms.
Sources of magnesium
To reap the benefits of magnesium for muscle cramps, it’s important to include magnesium-rich foods in your diet. Natural dietary sources of magnesium include:
- Leafy greens: spinach, kale, and Swiss chard
- Nuts and seeds: almonds, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds
- Whole grains: brown rice, quinoa, and whole wheat products
- Legumes: beans, lentils, and chickpeas
- Fruits: bananas and avocados
Supplementation for extra support
Taking a magnesium supplement when dietary intake of magnesium is inadequate may be beneficial for individuals with increased needs, such as highly active individuals, or for anyone simply looking to add extra magnesium to their day.
Does this sound like you? Why not look to the Herbs of Gold magnesium range, offering a formula and format to suit a wide variety of preferences.
Herbs of Gold Magnesium Chewable is the perfect formula for on the go, containing high-strength magnesium as magnesium citrate and magnesium amino acid chelate in a delicious raspberry flavoured chewable tablet to support healthy muscle contraction function.
Herbs of Gold Magnesium Citrate 900 offers magnesium in the well-absorbed citrate form, presented in an easy-to-swallow vegan capsule. Magnesium Citrate 900 supports muscle health and helps reduce the occurrence of muscle cramps when dietary magnesium intake is inadequate.
Herbs of Gold Magnesium Muscle Cream provides high-strength magnesium for topical use, offering a great alternative for those who experience tablet fatigue. Magnesium Muscle Cream supports healthy muscle contraction function and muscle relaxation, the perfect combination of benefits to support muscles in strife!
Herbs of Gold Magnesium Forte contains high-strength magnesium in a tablet format derived from four highly bioavailable forms including magnesium amino acid chelate, magnesium citrate, magnesium glycinate and magnesium orotate. Magnesium Forte supports muscle health and healthy muscle contraction function.
Herbs of Gold Magnesium Powder High Strength features two organic, well-absorbed forms of magnesium plus synergistic nutrients, including activated B6 and taurine in a delicious pineapple flavoured powder that instantly transports you to the tropics! Magnesium Powder High Strength is particularly useful for supporting muscle health during and after exercise, so is the perfect buddy for active people.
Herbs of Gold Magnesium Night contains magnesium glycinate in combination with two herbs, Passionflower and California poppy, traditionally used in Western herbal medicine to relieve sleeplessness and promote sleep. Tablets not your thing? Try Magnesium Night Plus, a powdered version with a delicious citrus berry flavour containing a unique combination of magnesium plus Passionflower and California poppy for night-time use.
Herbs of Gold Children’s Magnesium Care is formulated with a blend of two well-absorbed organic forms of magnesium, perfect for growing little bodies from 4 years and up. Children’s Magnesium Care supports nervous system function and muscle health in children, while helping to relieve muscle cramps in children when dietary magnesium intake is inadequate.
So, with all this in mind, which Herbs of Gold magnesium supplement is best suited to support your journey towards muscle wellness?
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