Tiredness and fatigue getting you down? The ‘miracle mineral’ magnesium could revitalise your energy and transform your sleep

Our daylight hours have just reduced, but have your energy levels too? If you’re constantly feeling worn out you’re not alone.

Sometimes the reasons are obvious, like too many late nights, stress or interrupted sleep. The NHS states that ‘unexplained tiredness is one of the most common reasons for people to see their GP.’

But if you’re feeling stuck with unexplained low energy levels that won’t go away, then a lack of magnesium could be what’s really going on.

Tiredness and fatigue are common issues that many people face, and can have a big impact on their quality of life and wellness 

Magnesium is an essential mineral for many aspects of health, from muscles to bones and mood, plus it’s vital for fighting tiredness and fatigue.

We need magnesium to make adenosine triphosphate (ATP), a molecule that gives our cells the energy they need to function and drive our metabolism. Without enough ATP, you’ll feel less energetic.

Amazingly, more than half of us in the UK aren’t getting our daily recommended magnesium intake from our diets.

Magnesium is present in foods like kale, spinach, black beans, nuts, bananas and whole grains – but age and other components in the diet can make it more difficult for our bodies to absorb it.

FutureYou Cambridge doubled the absorption levels of their Magnesium+ supplement by opting for a naturally occurring magnesium lactate formulation instead of magnesium oxide

It also doesn’t help that the levels of magnesium and other important minerals in UK fruit and vegetables have significantly declined as our soil quality has less nutrients.

More and more Brits are now discovering the link between a lack of magnesium and persistent low energy, and are finding that a supplement can help – like 68-year-old Ingrid Ord, a practising psychotherapist, based in Warwick.

‘We moved into our new house and there was so much I wanted to do. I realised that I was utterly exhausted. I found I was doing nothing, just the absolute basics – I was desperate,’ recalls Ingrid.

‘Then I saw an advert for Magnesium+.

Ingrid says she really noticed a difference in her energy levels after taking Magnesium+

‘So, I looked at the research and I liked the science behind the supplement. I thought, right, I like this – let’s try it. I’ll do it for three months, and see if there’s any improvement.

‘And I did notice the difference. I used to find I was so exhausted by the end of the day, that I could just make supper and that was it.

‘Now I find that, after a bit of a rest, I feel more physical energy so I can do a few things around the house. I feel rejuvenated.

‘I can walk more, which is very important for me – I’ve got two gorgeous rescue dogs, Buster and Shiner, and love to have fun with them walking in the fields.

‘We’ve a beautiful place here to walk – a small hill, for most people – but for me it’s quite a challenge. And I can get up to the top now and look at the incredible view.

‘Magnesium+ gave me the energy to do that. It’s given me muscular energy, muscular strength. I take one a day, normally just after lunch. I’m also telling my clients about it.’

Magnesium+ was developed by FutureYou Cambridge, a British food supplement company based in the heart of the UK’s famous science and innovation hub with a focus on making hard-to-absorb nutrients more ‘bioavailable’.

Many magnesium supplements use magnesium oxide formulations simply because they contain a high amount of magnesium.

‘However, there’s a drawback – the magnesium is not easily released into the body,’ explains Dr Miriam Ferrer PhD, Head of Product Development at FutureYou Cambridge. ‘Taking more magnesium oxide to try and make up for the problem can lead to an upset stomach and other unpleasant gastrointestinal side effects.’

It becomes even more complicated for older people. ‘Research shows that as we age, our stomachs produce less acid,’ she continues. ‘This means that inorganic salts like magnesium oxide won’t dissolve as well, meaning that it can’t be absorbed as well.’

Dr Ferrer and the FutureYou Cambridge team set out to overcome these problems by developing a supplement that makes magnesium much easier for our bodies to absorb, or more ‘bioavailable’.

Bioavailability is a measure of how much a mineral or other nutrient stays in our blood circulation after we ingest it, so that our bodies can make use of it.

Carbs and fats are highly bioavailable but many helpful nutrients are not, with significant amounts destroyed in the stomach or just passed through unused.

FutureYou Cambridge set out to unlock higher bioavailability for magnesium, doubling the absorption levels of their Magnesium+ supplement by opting for a naturally occurring magnesium lactate formulation instead of magnesium oxide.

‘Not only is Magnesium+ twice as absorbable than a standard magnesium oxide supplement, but it’s gentler in the digestive system, minimising any unwanted side effects,’ says Dr Ferrer.

Sara describes Magnesium+ as ‘simply revolutionary’ and credits it with feeling more energised, and more in tune with herself 

Sara Carnegie-Brown, who is in her early seventies is a convert: ‘I’m usually quite sceptical about these things, but I have found taking FutureYou Cambridge’s Magnesium+ supplement has quite literally changed my life.

‘I like to keep myself busy with my allotment, looking after my own garden, doing pilates as well as seeing my network of girlfriends. After my husband died, I felt tired and lacking in energy and had lost my natural zest for life.

‘I tried other supplements on the market, which had very little effect. I did my own research as well as hearing good things about FutureYou Cambridge from friends, so decided to give their magnesium a try. For me it was simply revolutionary, I feel more energised, more in tune with myself – Magnesium+ really works. I now begin to panic if I start to run out!’

Mark says since taking Magnesium+ he not only has more energy, but he recovers faster from his runs 

Having more energy was also a key benefit for Mark Wishart, 49, who works as a recruitment consultant and is a keen runner.

‘I’m constantly on the go at work and like to run in my spare time – everything from park runs to marathons.

‘Magnesium is absolutely key to me and the importance has been underlined since recently studying for a BTN Academy online nutrition course. It confirmed just how difficult it is to gain the correct amount of magnesium without a balanced, healthy diet and how a lack of magnesium can affect your energy levels.

‘I first heard about taking magnesium through friends at my running club. I used to suffer with sore muscles after long runs. I tried a few high street brands but since moving to Magnesium+ I’ve really noticed I recover quicker. I have more energy and I’m less tired than I used to be. I just don’t think people are aware what a difference it can make.’

Nutritionist Michaella Mazzoni says she uses a magnesium supplement with her clients more often than any other 

Dr Ferrer explains: ‘As we age, we lose muscle and staying active is one of the most important things we can do to remain healthy. However, it’s a vicious cycle; if you lack energy, you do less, and the less you do, the more you begin to lose muscle strength and become less fit.’

Award-winning nutritionist Michaella Mazzoni also discusses magnesium levels with her clients on a regular basis.

‘Magnesium is a crucial mineral. Our bodies use it for hundreds of different processes, and the signs of low magnesium are wide reaching: cramps, fatigue, difficulty focusing, constipation, PMS, difficulty falling and staying asleep. In my clinic, it’s the supplement I use with clients more than any other. Many cheaply manufactured magnesium supplements are in the form of magnesium oxide, which isn’t easily absorbed.’

As well as energy, the mineral is central to the nervous system and neurotransmitter function, which have an effect on sleep and relaxation. A recent study showed that high magnesium intake was associated with better quality sleep.

Michelle says she not only feels less lethargic, but has noticed an improvement in her mood since taking Magnesium+

Michelle Green, 55, a busy mum-of-two who also runs the Fifty & Fab blog for over-fifties, takes a Magnesium+ capsule every night before she goes to bed.

‘I’ve been aware of the benefits of magnesium for a long time,’ she says.

‘Since I’ve been taking Magnesium+ before bed, I’ve noticed how much better I sleep, especially because my leg twitches have calmed down.

‘That has a knock-on effect for everyday life, like feeling less weary and short-tempered. I think it’s something we should all be taking.

‘I think having a good bedtime routine, which includes taking my magnesium supplements, has definitely helped.

‘I just feel more able to cope with the day. I feel less lethargic and more enthusiastic. It just enhances my mood.’

Adam Cleevely, Chair of FutureYou Cambridge, says: ‘Many of us want to elevate our energy levels, whether that’s through a healthy balanced diet, regular exercise, a good night’s sleep or just taking time to relax and unwind. A magnesium supplement can help, and the best way to find out is simply to try it.’

‘That’s why we’re happy to offer people the opportunity to try our Magnesium+ for free. All you have to pay is £1.50 to cover the cost of postage.

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