Magnesium is an essential nutrient required for many biological functions within the body. More than 300 enzyme reactions, strong bones, a healthy vascular system and brain function all depend upon the presence of adequate levels of magnesium. One of the richest sources of magnesium, MRI's Complete Magnesium supplies 100 percent of the U.S. Recommended Daily Allowance in only three tablets.

Available Sizes: 90 tablets.


The Main Purpose or Function of This Product:
Magnesium is essential in the activation of numerous enzymes that control the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and electrolytes, that assist in the utilization of other minerals such as calcium, maintain resistance to infection and protect against cardiovascular, kidney and bone disease. Complete Magnesium contains magnesium derived from four sources and herbs such as green kamut grass, spirulina and grapefruit for ultimate balance and absorption.


Ideally Suited for:
Magnesium intakes have fallen slightly over the twentieth century, according to Mildred Seelig, M.D., Master of the American College of Nutrition and MRI's consultant. According to Seelig, persons consuming a high dietary ratio of calcium, phosphate and vitamin D, high levels of fat, protein, sugar and/or alcohol need additional magnesium. In addition, people exposed to physical or emotional stress or who have a risk of cardiovascular disease or other heart-related problems may need additional amounts of magnesium.1


Suggested Use:

	3 tablets daily, divided with meals, or 1 tablet with each meal.
	For complete supplementation of other essential minerals and vitamins, Complete Magnesium is an excellent companion to our Electro-Vita-Min, Within, or Arth-X products.

Tips for Better Living
The majority of Americans are magnesium deficient, according to a Gallup Organization survey. Gallup polled 500 American adults and found that nearly 72 percent fall short of the RDA for magnesium. In addition, the survey also revealed that 55 percent consume three-quarters or less of the RDA while 30 percent are eating less than half the required amount. For women, the RDA for magnesium is 280 mg/day and for men, the RDA is 350 mg/day.2

A separate Gallup poll of 500 diabetic American adults found that 83 percent with diabetes do not get enough magnesium. Sixty-eight percent of men and 56 percent of non-pregnant women said they consume three-quarters or less of this mineral. Further, 99 percent of these diabetic Americans (of whom 53 percent had a history of heart disease and/or consuming diuretics (which can further deplete magnesium levels) said they had not been advised by a health care professional of a magnesium deficiency. A magnesium deficiency in diabetics can lead to an increased risk of arryhthmias and other heart-related problems, altered glucose metabolism and high blood pressure. 1

Features

	MRI utilises four sources of magnesium for ultimate balance and absorption. The majority of the magnesium, magnesium chloride, comes from ConcenTrace®, which is an all-natural source and is ionic for immediate absorption and assimilation, and does not pose the threat of toxicity.
	Chloride, an electrolyte that is also a component of stomach acid (hydrochloric acid or HCL).
	Micronutrients such as copper, boron, strontium and manganese that work closely with magnesium in a number of physiological functions in the body and increase the absorption and utilization of the other minerals in this product.
	Important co-factors including green kamut grass, grapefruit concentrate and spirulina that increase the absorption and utilization of the minerals in this product.
	This product is all-natural and contains no added sugar and starches. In addition, this product is free from yeast, artificial colours, flavours, preservatives and animal products. The tablets are coated using a natural, gelatin-free coating.

Note: Complete Calcium is not one of MRI's vegetarian product as it contains calcium hydroxyapatite, which is derived from a bovine source. For vegetarian customers seeking a calcium supplement, please refer them to the Complete Calcium and Magnesium product available in a 2:1 or 1:1 ratio.


Benefits or Results:
Results vary from person to person. Some of the reported results include:

	Assurance that one is receiving an adequate intake of magnesium, which is essential element for overall health and disease prevention.
	A equalizing effect on the metabolism; can act as an antacid in small amounts.
	Increased effectiveness of calcium within the body.
	Increased energy; overall feeling of well-being.

Storage Conditions:
Keep in a cool, dry place. Keep bottle tightly closed at all times. Leave desiccant in the bottle. Tablets may tend to crack if exposed to moisture.


Shelf Life:
A two-year shelf life is suggested as a general guideline for Complete Magnesium. Shelf life regulations vary from country to country. Please check with the appropriate government agency for the exact shelf-life-guidelines.


Side Effects:
This product may cause a laxative effect. If this occurs, decrease the dose. Customers taking this product for the first time should begin with a smaller dose then gradually increase the dosage to the suggested amount or to an amount he or she feels comfortable with.



Main Ingredients:

	Magnesium: Magnesium is necessary for energy production and protein formation. Magnesium is involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions in the body. Almost half of the total magnesium in the body is found in the soft tissue and the other half is found in the bone. 2 Magnesium affects the muscle tone of blood vessels which may explain its pronounced positive effect in treating cardiac arrhythmias, other heart-related conditions. Studies conducted in England, Finland, Canada and the U.S. show that persons who live in areas with magnesium rich "hard" water have lower rates of cardiovascular disease and sudden-death heart attacks than those persons who live in areas with magnesium-poor "soft"water 1,3. In addition, recent studies also associate a magnesium deficiency with pre-eclampsia and hypertension in pregnant women, renal and intestinal disorders, diabetes, lung function, asthma and insulin resistance disease or Syndrome X. 1,4 Complete Magnesium derives the majority of its magnesium from ConcenTrace®.
	Chloride: Another key ingredient of this product, chloride is also a component of stomach acid (hydrochloric acid). Stomach acid secretion is slowed in older people, according to Robert Russell, M.D., associate professor medicine at Tufts University and associate director at the USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging. This lack of stomach acid secretion can change the acid content of the bowel as well where food is broken down and most nutrients such as iron, calcium and folate are absorbed. 3 Chloride maintains acid-base balance and water balance. It and other electrolytes, maintain acid-base balance, water balance, help maintain nerve transmission and normal muscle activity (contraction and relaxation). It also works with potassium, calcium and sodium, to form the salty, electricity-conduction solution that permeates the cells in our body.3 It is involved in hormonal and enzyme actions and DNA production.
	Potassium: This mineral performs several roles within the body. First, potassium is involved in muscle contraction. A deficiency of this mineral impairs the muscles' ability to use glycogen, a sugar that is the muscles' main source of energy. 3 Potassium has also been shown to be important in high blood pressure, atherosclerosis and stroke. Micronutrients such as copper, boron, strontium and manganese found in ConcenTrace® that work closely with magnesium in a number of physiological functions in the body and increase the absorption and utilization of the other minerals in this product.
	Green kamut grass: A grain rich in minerals and trace minerals. Green kamut aids in the assimilation of the other minerals and nutrients in this product.
	Spirulina: A green food that is rich in minerals and trace minerals and is a natural source of beta carotene and other vitamins.
	Grapefruit Concentrate: Grapefruit assists with calcium and magnesium absorption and assimilation.

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Basic Elements

1. Seelig, M. Human needs for magnesium are not met by most people. Mineral Resources International, 2001.

2. "72% of Americans are magnesium deficient." Better Nutrition, 52, March, 1995:pp34. A copy can be found on the Web at: http://www.execpc.com/~magnesum/articles.html

3. Magnesium metabolism in health and disease. Dis Mon (USA), 34/4, 1998: pp166-218.

4. Prevention Magazine Staff. Complete Book of Vitamins and Minerals. Rodale Press, 1988:pp.197-198;495-496;321-322.

5. Schauss, A. Minerals and human health: the rationale for optimal and balanced trace element levels. Life Sciences Press, 1995: pp.27-28.