Calcium & Magnesium Marine Mineral Complex

Calcium & Magnesium Marine Mineral Complex offers comprehensive support for bone health, teeth and muscles, with added benefits from synergistic vitamin D3, K2 and boron. The highly absorbable raw ingredients, provided in optimal doses and balanced ratios, ensure excellent absorption. Derived from algae and mineral-rich seawater, this balanced mineral complex also features naturally occurring trace minerals, including selenium and zinc.

To ensure optimum absorption and utilisation of calcium and magnesium, we have provided these minerals in the ideal 2:1 ratio alongside vitamin D3, vitamin K2 and boron. Vitamin D3 helps the body absorb more calcium from the gut, and vitamin K2 distributes calcium into bones, keeping calcium out of soft tissues. Boron supports the absorption of calcium and magnesium and decreases their excretion, and also directly stimulates cells that build bone. Magnesium assists with calcium transport and promotes its movement into bones.

This supplement is ideal for topping up intake of vital minerals often lacking in plant-based or vegan diets, in those who have an especially high protein intake (causing the body to excrete more calcium), those with certain digestive complications which hinder mineral absorption, and those with low bone mineral density, such as women during menopause and older adults.

Our expert nutrition team has combined a synergistic blend of 5 key nutrients in Igennus’ Calcium & Magnesium Marine Mineral Complex. Aquamin marine algae is an all-natural, wholefood source of calcium and magnesium. Due to the coral-like algae’s porous, honeycomb structure, it is more easily digested and absorbed than the more common calcium carbonate derived from rock. The magnesium content is further boosted by the addition of Aquamin magnesium, a purified, concentrated seawater extract – high in elemental magnesium with excellent gut solubility and uptake. We include vitamin D in the bioactive D3 form sourced from lichen, which only grows in extremely pure environments. Vitamin D3 increases calcium and magnesium absorption, whilst vitamin K2, in the superior all-trans MK-7 form, ensures that the calcium is deposited into bones, not soft tissues. Boron works synergistically with calcium, magnesium and vitamin D3 by influencing their absorption and metabolism.

Natural marine ingredients are at the heart of our Calcium & Magnesium Marine Mineral Complex, with mineral-rich algae and pure seawater as the two main ingredients. Red seaweed (Lithothamnion sp.) grows in the pristine waters off Iceland. With its tough cytoskeleton it looks more like coral than algae, absorbing calcium, magnesium and trace minerals, including zinc and selenium, throughout its growth phase. The algae then breaks down naturally and settles on the seabed, from where it is collected using a certified organic, environmentally friendly and sustainable harvesting process. Marine magnesium is created by filtering pure seawater collected off the Irish coast, removing any impurities while retaining concentrated, natural magnesium, which is highly absorbable. All raw materials are tested for contaminants before we accept them, including PCBs, dioxins and heavy metals. Those that do not meet our strict standards are rejected, for your safety and complete peace of mind.

It’s never too early or late to focus on good bone health by ensuring an adequate intake of calcium, magnesium, vitamin D, vitamin K and boron. Calcium supports normal growth and development of bones in children and we reach peak bone density around age 30; we lose about 1% each year thereafter. Age-related loss of bone mineral density affects both men and women, however bone loss accelerates for women post-menopause, making it especially important for women over the age of 50 to reduce the loss of bone mineral density.

For physical activity, muscles must function optimally or you may suffer from muscle stiffness and cramps after a workout. Magnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal muscle contraction. Strenuous exercise requires increased magnesium intake, but Western diets are often low in magnesium. Magnesium is also needed for energy production and helps to reduce tiredness and fatigue. Magnesium contributes to maintaining electrolyte balance and protein synthesis, with adequate protein needed to support muscle growth.

Ingredients: Aquamin® Mineral Complex; bulking agents: microcrystalline cellulose, hydroxypropyl cellulose; anti-caking agent: ascorbyl palmitate; vitamin K2 (menaquinone all-trans MK-7); boric acid; glazing agents: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, glycerine; vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol).

Adults and children aged 12+: 2 tablets daily with food. For optimal absorption, divide the daily dose between morning and evening. Do not exceed the stated dose.

This product should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Seek professional medical advice before taking any food supplement if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or taking medication. Not recommended for people taking blood thinners. Keep out of the reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.