The Salty News — magnesium

Magnesium is one of the essential minerals in human nutrition, and it's a cofactor for hundreds of enzymes. Most people don't get enough magnesium, and kids are no exception. Getting enough magnesium is essential for kids at every age. So what are the benefits of magnesium for kids? As a mum, I know how important it is to get a good night's sleep. However, when sleep is hard to come by, magnesium can be used as a non-toxic, non-addictive aid to help your little one settle in for the night. Most parents can attest that there is nothing more frustrating...

It's a fair question and we have developed the love for this particular mineral over the years of practice. As a naturopath and osteopath, seeing clients in pain or stress is a daily occurrence. Magnesium has the potential to greatly change conditions such as those, and create a real difference for those individuals. Let’s look at some fun facts about this nurturing mineral.    🌊 It's one of the most abundant minerals in the body Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in the human body. It plays several important roles in the health of your body and brain. It...

Did you know some medications can deplete certain nutrients both through metabolism or by preventing their absorption? Being realistic, a large proportion of the population does take prescription medication, often long-term. So we’re here to educate about some of the lesser known side-effects and help improve your quality of life in the process! Now, obviously we’re going to focus on magnesium because we LOVE it so much.  Even when people are very conscientious about their diets, they may be taking medications that can undermine healthy magnesium levels. Drugs and micronutrients use the same transport and metabolism pathways in the body...

It’s no secret that many of us suffer with headaches, and some with migraines. There has been evidence that headache sufferers tend to be deficient in one special mineral. The overworked human tends to also be dehydrated, leading to more frequent occurrences of headaches. However, did you know there are different types of headaches?  The most common headaches being named - cluster headaches, migraines, migraines with aura, and tension headaches. Usually these kinds of headaches are not associated with underlying conditions. There are also common triggers for such headaches, not limited to: alcohol (especially red wine), certain food additives like...