Magnesium Sport 100 mg, 120 tablets

Magnesium Sport is the dietary supplement with magnesium for (top) athletes

Anyone who is seriously involved in sport should be aware of what he or she is consuming. What ingredients are included in the meal, what are the nutritional values and what is the composition and quality of the food supplements used? It is at least as important to be aware of what you are not consuming. You don't want to consume any unwanted substances and you don't want to be associated with doping. For this reason, Vitals products are checked for impurities and every batch of Magnesium Sport 100 mg is tested for doping-relevant substances. This is done in accordance with the NZVT system.

The composition of Magnesium Sport is identical to that of Magnesium(bisglycinate) 100 mg, Vitals' best-selling magnesium product. Only the name and the doping test of each batch of Magnesium Sport according to the NZVT system with subsequent certification vary.

Each tablet of Magnesium Sport contains up to 100 mg of easily absorbable magnesium bisglycinate (a magnesium-containing form bound to amino acids), supplemented with 200 mg of taurine. The choice of the right compound form is crucial for a magnesium food supplement. This describes the form in which the magnesium is contained in the tablet or capsule (e.g. bisglycinate or citrate). Find out more about the differences in the quality of magnesium products below to learn how to make a good decision.

Suitable for competitive athletes, tested for doping

Each batch of Magnesium Sport is tested for doping in accordance with the Dutch Safety System for Food Supplements in Top Sport ("Nederlands Zekerheidssysteem Voedingssupplementen Topsport", NZVT for short). The NZVT system, similar to well-known initiatives in Germany such as the Cologne List®, is aimed specifically at (top) athletes who can be tested for doping and offers at least as much security. The system is based on a co-operation between the Dutch Anti-Doping Agency, the Dutch Olympic Committee and Sports Federation and the Dutch Nutritional Supplements Association. For more details, please visit www.dopingautoriteit.nl/nzvt. If you are interested in a Vitals product that is not tested in every batch, don't wait to get in touch with us. Our contact details can be found on the contact page.

Why is magnesium beneficial for athletes?

The body contains approximately 21 to 28 grams of magnesium. Less than 1% circulates in the blood, around 20% is in the muscles, 20% in other soft tissues and the liver, and around 60% is stored in the bones and teeth. Magnesium is therefore beneficial for the muscles and essential for maintaining strong teeth and bones. It is also involved in over 300 enzymatic processes. Magnesium plays an important role as a cofactor for enzymes involved in protein synthesis (the process by which proteins are made from DNA). It is also a cofactor for numerous enzymes involved in maintaining an electrical potential across the cell membrane, which is why it helps to maintain a good electrolyte balance. (Cells, especially nerve and muscle cells, use the electrical charge of electrolytes to transmit and receive electrical impulses to and from other cells, such as nerve impulses or muscle contractions.) Magnesium plays a role in nerve conduction and muscle contraction, which makes it important for muscle function - including that of the heart muscle. An inadequate intake of magnesium can also lead to fatigue. In this case, magnesium can help you get back into shape. It contributes to the release of energy from fats, carbohydrates and proteins and thus supports energy levels. It is also important for brain and nerve functions, which affect concentration, memory and mood. It also supports normal cell division and the formation of cells and tissue.

Taurine

This product also contains 200 mg of taurine. It is a substance similar to amino acids and is found mainly in meat, fish and seafood. It has a direct synergistic effect with magnesium by stimulating the cellular uptake of this mineral (magnesium acts mainly intracellularly).

Absorption of common mineral compounds

Various magnesium compounds are used in food supplements. Some of these, such as the inorganic mineral compounds (see Figure 1) The bioavailability of magnesium oxide and magnesium carbonate is low and they are poorly absorbed. When minerals (except in chelated amino acid form) enter the acidic environment of the stomach, the digestive process begins with the separation of the mineral component from its chemical structure. Naturally, as the mineral element passes through the digestive process, it becomes electrically charged. This charge attracts other charged particles, such as those found in vegetables, fibres and fats. These food particles ensure that the mineral ions are isolated and therefore less effectively absorbed and utilised by the body (see Figure 2). The free mineral ions that are now available are present in limited numbers and continue into the digestive tract, where they compete with other minerals (such as calcium) for absorption through the intestinal wall and into the cells.

Molecular structure of mineral amino acid chelated substances.

While the chelated structure in an amino acid chelate such as magnesium bisglycinate resists the influence of gastric juice or digestive enzymes (unlike other mineral compounds), it is still weak enough to release the mineral element after its cellular absorption in the intestine. The amino acids wrap around the mineral element, protecting it during digestion and holding it in place. The chelate also has a neutral electrical charge, which means that it does not adhere to pieces of food in the stomach and intestines. The amino acid chelate thus reaches the small intestine in its entirety, where it is absorbed as a dipeptide (a compound of two amino acids). This has enormous advantages, as the body can absorb amino acids (especially dipeptides) very easily - especially if they consist of the smallest amino acid, glycine. Amino acid chelated minerals are much more absorbable than other mineral forms. The amino acid-chelated mineral is actively transported into the mucous cells in the epithelial tissue of the jejunum (middle part of the small intestine) without competing with other minerals. Only in the mucous cells do metabolic processes cause the glycine and the mineral to be broken down so that they are available to the various organs and body systems.

Amino acid chelates from Albion

Minerals Vitals relies exclusively on authentic amino acid chelates from Albion Minerals, the specialist in amino acid chelates, labelled with the TRAACS® brand, which stands for "The Real Amino Acid Chelate System". This brand was created to differentiate itself from other, potentially inferior and unstable amino acid chelates. With over 100 global patents, Albion secures the process, science and structure behind its amino acid chelated minerals. In addition, their minerals are analysed and a quality check is carried out on every batch produced. It is essential to verify that chelation has actually taken place and that the bonds are sufficiently strong.

Studies on magnesium bisglycinate**

Several studies have been conducted to confirm the efficacy of magnesium bisglycinate. Some of these studies compared the absorption of magnesium bisglycinate with various magnesium compounds such as magnesium carbonate, magnesium sulphate and magnesium oxide. Magnesium bisglycinate was absorbed significantly faster and better than the other forms of magnesium. Magnesium oxide was by far the least well absorbed.

Nutritive properties

• Magnesium contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
• Magnesium supports normal bones, teeth and muscles and supports normal protein synthesis.
• Magnesium supports normal mental function and the normal function of the nervous system.
• Magnesium supports cell division, normal energy metabolism and normal electrolyte balance.

Nutritional declaration

*Reference value according to Regulation (EU) No. 1169/2011

Valuable ingredients

* No reference quantity according to LMIV specified

Ingredients

Magnesium bisglycinate, bulking agent (microcrystalline cellulose [cellulose gel]), taurine, rapeseed oil (Brassica napus), thickener (hydroxypropyl cellulose), anti-caking agent (silicon dioxide, magnesium salts of fatty acids), glazing agent (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, glycerol, hydroxypropyl cellulose).

Recommended dosage

Take 1 tablet once or twice a day with water on an empty stomach (at least half an hour before or two hours after eating).

Storage instructions

Store in a cool, dry place away from light (not in the refrigerator).

Legal information

The recommended daily intake must not be exceeded. Food supplements are no substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Store out of the reach of small children.

**Timeline(Bioavailability) of Magnesium Compounds in Hours: Which Magnesium Compound Works Best? - PubMed (nih.gov)