Why choose M3? Many magnesium supplements are based on the kinds of magnesium that the body has difficulty absorbing. Therefore, Puori set out to create a natural magnesium supplement that focused on getting the best possible absorption in the body and thus ensuring optimal benefits of magnesium. Why should you take M3 magnesium complex? M3 has both sports and health applications. Magnesium is one of the most abundant minerals in the body and involved in more than 300 processes in your body, however many people dont get enough it. Ingredient story The minerals in M3 are sourced from seawater and subsoil rich in these specific minerals. The minerals are extracted, purified and mixed together. In M3 Puori uses two types of chelated magnesium forms (magnesium gluconate and taurinate). Chelated types of magnesium are shown to have higher bioavailability and absorption in the body compared to in-organic forms of magnesium such as magnesium oxide. The differences in bioavailability between chelated and in-organic magnesium is believed to result from the greater solubility of chelated forms, and better dissolution at the site of absorption. In addition, vitamin B6 and malic acid are added to increase mineral absorption from the gut and into the cells. Zinc is further added for full synergistic effects of the complex. As magnesium can form complexes with other food components, best avoided are dairy and fiber-rich foods when supplementing. Hence, supplementing M3 on an empty stomach is preferred to get the most out of the supplement. Benefits Energy - Magnesium is the third most abundant mineral in the body, and it is involved in more than 300 different processes, especially energy yielding processes. Magnesium is involved in the making and usage of energy. Muscle function- Muscle contraction is a finely regulated process that involves different proteins and minerals. In brief, muscle contraction occurs when the muscle fibers shorten to create force. Without sufficient magnesium, the muscle fibers remain locked together and the muscle cannot relax, so magnesium is essential for muscle work and recovery as well as avoiding cramps. Electrolyte balance - Up to 70 % of our body weight is water. When our body is working hard and generating heat, or the surroundings are warm, we cool ourselves by sweating. This means that we lose water and electrolytes. Magnesium is one of the important ions which helps us keep our electrolyte balance and hence make sure the bodys fluid status is kept in balance as electrolytes are helping the body keep the right amount of fluid inside and outside of the cells.