Vital minerals

Potassium and magnesium are vital minerals with important functions for a variety of bodily processes. Among other things, they regulate the excitability of cells and ensure their electrical stability, the so-called membrane resting potential. They also play a crucial role in energy production. Both ions should therefore be supplied in sufficient quantities to maintain physiological concentrations inside and outside the body's cells.

What functions do magnesium and potassium have in the human body?

Magnesium is primarily associated with the muscles of the skeleton, the heart, and other organs, as well as with bone metabolism. It ensures that all muscles can perform their functions properly. Many people are familiar with the phenomenon of waking up in the night and feeling a stabbing pain in their calf: this "muscle cramp" results from a magnesium deficiency. Other consequences of a magnesium deficiency can range from fatigue, nervousness, and loss of appetite to impaired coordination.

Potassium is an element primarily responsible for signal transmission and signal conduction between nerve cells and synapses. It ensures the maintenance of the resting potential in cells. Therefore, 98% of potassium is found inside cells. Furthermore, potassium regulates pH and activates enzymes. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), potassium also lowers blood pressure. Therefore, potassium supplementation is recommended for patients with high blood pressure. Potassium deficiency leads to muscle weakness and impaired cardiac function.

Which foods contain magnesium and potassium?

In food, both minerals are found primarily in whole-grain products. Dark chocolate, nuts, seeds, peas, beans, and green leafy vegetables also contain high levels of magnesium. Potassium is found in apricots, mushrooms, and beans. One food that is particularly rich in both minerals is bananas. Bananas contain 380 mg of potassium and 31 mg of magnesium per 100 g. This makes them a perfect snack, especially for athletes. Caution: Coffee, alcohol, sugar, and food processing (cooking, washing) can significantly reduce absorption.

Why citrate-based minerals?

For our Magnesium + Potassium capsules, we use raw materials in the best possible form—magnesium and potassium tricitrate. Since citrates (the salts of citric acid) are a natural form (i.e., they are also produced by the body itself), the minerals are better absorbed in this form. Citrate itself also serves as an energy source for the body.