What is magnesium and what does it do? Simply put: Magnesium is a crucial nutrient our body needs to stay healthy. Why? Because Magnesium helps facilitate many bio-chemical processes, including regulating muscles, optimal nerve function, blood sugar and blood pressure levels. It also helps make protein, builds bone tissue, and supports optimal DNA.
Magnesium is very important for healthy bones. People with optimal levels of magnesium have a higher bone mineral density, which is important in reducing the risk of bone fractures and osteoporosis, specially as they age. Getting more magnesium from foods or dietary supplements might help older women improve their bone mineral density. Beware though, because high intakes of magnesium from dietary supplements and medications can cause diarrhea, nausea, and abdominal cramping. Extremely high intakes of magnesium can lead to irregular heartbeat and cardiac arrest. People who have migraine headaches sometimes have low levels of magnesium in their blood and other tissues. The amount of magnesium you need depends on your age and sex.
Average daily recommended amounts are listed are as follows: in milligrams (mg)between the ages of 30-70: for men 400-420 mg, and women: 300-320mg. Magnesium is found naturally in many foods and it is also added to some “fortified foods.” A good natural diet is key for optimal levels, and you can get recommended amounts of magnesium by eating a variety of foods, including the following:
- Legumes, nuts, seeds, whole grains, and green leafy vegetables (such as spinach)
- Milk, yogurt, and some other milk products
In addition, some fortified breakfast cereals and other fortified foods may help.
- We should get most of our nutrients from food and beverages, according to the federal government’s Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Foods contain vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber, and other components that benefit health, they are natural and easier on the body in terms of digestion and absorption. However, sometimes this is not enough. And we need to have recourse to additional supplementation. Oral supplementation puts added strain on the the stomach, liver, and absorption, specially if the body is already fatigued and over-extended. That is why Vaidya Mishra introduced his topical transdermal ayurvedic creams, roll-ons, and oils. You get the full benefit without further straining the physiology, and you get immediate results as well. There are many types of Magnesium available. The best and easiest to absorb is Magnesium Chloride. This active type of Magnesium is sourced from the Zechstein Sea.
How to Use your Roll-on Or Oil:
- For Sleep/Relaxation: Apply to feet, legs, shoulders, and lower back, 20 minutes before sleep.
- For Muscle Recovery: Massage onto sore areas after or before exercise.
- For Skin: Use as a daily moisturizer to hydrate and soothe – specially on feet and legs. Do not use on the face. May use on neck and shoulder areas.
- For Digestion: Apply to the abdomen with circular motions to encourage bowel movement
Transdermal SVA Magnesium is a natural muscle relaxant, will help with cramps, spasms, tension, and post-workout soreness; it will Calms your nervous system, reduce stress, lower cortisol, and promote better sleep by easing tense muscles. It will also improve your overall circulation and enhance skin vitality in your extremetieis – hands and feet where circulation tends to be slow. How much Magnesium do we need?
- Roll-on: you will get around 180mg of magnesium per 5ml – this translates into applying the roll-on back and forth 2-3 times.
- Transdermal cream or Massage oils: A deodorant roll-on might have 280mg of magnesium (as hydroxide/chloride) per 1ml application – about 1 tsp.
There are many brands of topical Magnesium lotions on the market. But the SVA brand stands apart as it combines ayurvedic pranic wisdom with modern scientific know-how. Don’t take our word for it, see what our patrons are saying about it below…
