Genestra – Magnesium Glycinate Liquid

Magnesium glycinate formulation
• Helps to maintain proper muscle function
• Helps to metabolize carbohydrates, protein and fat
• Magnesium glycinate is a gentle form of magnesium that is less likely to cause loose stools^1,2
• Helps in the development and maintenance of bones and teeth
• Helps to prevent magnesium deficiency (adults, 2 tablespoons)

Dissolves completely in water
•    No cloudy residue
•    Great-tasting apple-pomegranate flavour

Magnesium is a cofactor in over 300 metabolic reactions. It is involved in the maintenance of muscle function and muscle contraction, among several other important physiological roles.³ Magnesium helps to maintain bone health by regulating the production of parathyroid hormone (PTH) and calcitriol, which helps to increase calcium absorption and minimize risk of calcium deficiency.^4,5 In the United States, insufficient magnesium intake is estimated to occur in approximately 64% of men and 67% of women, with even higher levels of insufficient intake in elderly individuals.⁶ Magnesium glycinate (also known as magnesium bisglycinate) is a highly water soluble amino acid chelate of magnesium and two glycine molecules. Clinical evidence indicates that magnesium glycinate has a significantly higher bioavailability than magnesium oxide, and is less likely to cause a laxative effect.^1,2 Supplementation with magnesium glycinate has been shown to decrease the severity of muscle cramping: in a clinical trial on 86 healthy pregnant women with recurrent muscle cramps, supplementation with 300 mg of magnesium glycinate for 4 weeks reduced both the frequency and intensity of leg cramps.²

References
1. Schuette S, Lashner B, Janghobani M. Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition. 1994; 18: 430-435.
2. Supakatisant C Phupong V. Maternal and Child Nutrition. 2015; 11(2): 129-145.
3. Volpe S. Advances in Nutrition. 2013; 378S-383S.
4. Zofkovà I, Nemcikova P, Matucha P. Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine. 2013; 51(8): 1555-1561.
5. Fong J and Khan A. Canadian Family Physician. 2012; 58: 158-162.
6. Moshfegh A, Goldman J, and Cleveland L. NHANES 2001-2002: Usual nutrient intakes from food compared to Dietary Reference Intakes: US Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. 2005: 1-5.

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