Magnesium

Magnesium

⚡️An essential cofactor for a variety of enzymes including ATPases, which hydrolyze ATP to provide energy for cellular activities, and kinases, which are involved in phosphorylation reactions.

🧬DNA and RNA polymerases depend on magnesium for nucleic acid synthesis, while adenylate cyclase needs it to convert ATP to cyclic AMP, a crucial secondary messenger.

🔋Enzymes like phosphatases and enolase rely on magnesium for metabolic functions such as glycolysis.

As an electrolyte, magnesium is vital for maintaining electrical potential across cell membranes, crucial for muscle and nerve function. It helps regulate muscle contraction and relaxation by balancing calcium ions and modulates nerve transmission by stabilizing neuronal activity. In the cardiovascular system, magnesium is essential for maintaining heart rhythm and preventing arrhythmias.

♻️Magnesium homeostasis involves absorption in the intestines, distribution throughout the body, and regulation by the kidneys. In the kidneys, magnesium is filtered and reabsorbed in the renal tubules to maintain appropriate serum levels. Glucose enhances magnesium reabsorption indirectly by increasing the osmotic gradient and sodium reabsorption in the proximal tubule, promoting recirculation.

🔄Without sufficient electrolytes including magnesium it makes it challenging for the body to circulate other essential non-electrolyte minerals. Therefore electrolytes should be introduced at the foundation of a mineral re-introduction program.

🍶Magnesium chloride is a cheap and effective way to boost levels in the body. This could be accomplished diluted in a spray bottle with water. Topically it is best absorbed around hair follicles and porous areas of the skin. So arm pits, feet, base of the scalp however may result in oily looking hair.