Magnesium is an essential mineral - important for normal cardiovascular (heart), muscle, nerve, bone and cellular function. The body's requirement for magnesium can also increase four to six fold when the body is under stress. However, the levels of magnesium found in most Western diets is thought by many practitioners to be lower than is desirable - so supplementation is often recommended.The benefit of magnesium to muscle health makes it a good supplement for those with aches and pains, and because Magnesium is also important for the central nervous system.Malic Acid - the other active ingredient in Nutramedix Magnesium Malate, is a naturally occurring organic acid that is found in apples and many other fruits and vegetables, and is sometimes referred to as 'apple acid.' Malic acid is involved in the manufacture of energy from food. Malic acid has been shown to help reduce the symptoms of fibromyalgia in some individuals.
