Benefits of Magnesium: - Magnesium is essential for the health of the heart and blood vessels, brain, bones, muscles, and lungs, and to support healthy sugar metabolism* - Promotes bronchial relaxation* - It’s an essential mineral for electrical activity of the heart, which supports normal heart rate and rhythm* - Helps relax smooth and skeletal muscle* - Promotes the dilation of blood vessels (vasodilation), which maintains normal blood pressure and enhances blood flow* - Supports insulin sensitivity* - Is a cofactor for enzymes involved in cellular energy production* - The glycinate form of magnesium is a good choice for pre-bedtime supplementation to support restful sleep because the magnesium is bound to glycine, a calming neurotransmitter* Features of Thorne’s Magnesium Glycinate: - Decreased laxative effect compared to other magnesium formulations because the glycinate form is a true chelate that completely envelopes the magnesium.