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Magnesium is one of seven essential macrominerals, the minerals that are required in amounts of 100mg or more per day. Magnesium is involved in over 300 enzyme processes in the human body, such as bone structure, muscle and nerve function, blood pressure regulation and immune support. While magnesium can be sourced from the diet, studies suggest that 75% of individuals do not meet their dietary requirements.  Below are 5 benefits of magnesium: Supports biochemical reactions: Magnesium is present within every cell in your body, and each cell requires it to function correctly. Magnesium plays a role in energy creation, protein formation,...

In recent years, more and more people are beginning to gain an understanding of what probiotics and prebiotics are. However, even though they sound similar, they play different roles in the body. In this article you can find: What are probiotics? What are prebiotics? Can I take a probiotics and a prebiotic together?  What are probiotics? Probiotics are a combination of live beneficial bacteria and/or yeasts that are naturally found in the human body. They are a part of the human microbiome, which is a collection of microorganisms that live inside the human body. The most common place linked to...

Vitamin D and calcium are important for the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, muscle function, and cell division. Calcium is also important for blood coagulation, function of digestive enzymes, neurotransmission, and energy. Vitamin D is required for the absorption and utilisation of calcium and the maintenance of normal blood calcium concentration, as well as the normal function if the immune system and inflammatory response. In this article you can find:  What is vitamin D? What is calcium? Why is vitamin D required for calcium absorption? What is vitamin D? Vitamin D refers to a group of fat-soluble vitamins (vitamins...

Omega-3 fatty acids are classed as an essential fatty acid (EFA) since they are necessary for health and cannot be made by the body. Thereby, omega-3 must be sourced from the diet. While it is commonly known that omega-3s are instrumental for a healthy heart and brain, they are highly beneficial for our hair, skin, and nails.  In this article you can find: What are omega-3 fatty acids? How might omega-3 fatty acids benefit hair? How might omega-3 fatty acids benefit skin? How might omega-3 fatty acids benefit nails?  What are omega-3 fatty acids? Omega-3 fatty acids are a type...