Magnesium - 100% Natural

With Magnesium Oxide Monohydrate, you have a pure, powerful, and natural form of magnesium sourced from the Dead Sea. Compared to most magnesium forms, this type offers particularly high absorption. It is absorbed by cells about 2.7 times better than magnesium citrate.

Effective absorption

Regular magnesium oxide does not always have the best reputation. Magnesium Oxide Monohydrate, however, belongs to a completely different category.

This specific form contains a water molecule as part of its molecular structure, which is a crucial advantage. Magnesium is a hydrophilic element that functions only in the presence of sufficient water. By incorporating a water molecule, this essential condition is ensured at the molecular level, significantly improving biological availability.

Unique properties

Paleo Powders combines two natural and complementary forms of magnesium with two natural multi-nutrient complexes that provide supportive nutritional factors. This results in a unique and highly effective magnesium supplement.

If you are looking for a natural and distinctive magnesium supplement, there is no need to look further. Paleo Powders magnesium capsules contain high-quality ingredients and a well-designed composition that supports optimal absorption. Experience the benefits of this powerful and unique magnesium formula.

Natural magnesium from Paleo Powders: Benefits

• Magnesium Oxide Monohydrate, a natural magnesium form from the Dead Sea, designed for rapid absorption
• Contains natural magnesium from wild sea lettuce (Ulva lactuca), a bioavailable form with gradual absorption for sustained support
• Combination of two natural and bioavailable magnesium forms for optimal function in the body
• Includes a phytoplankton complex and traditional Korean bamboo salt (9x purple bamboo salt) to provide supporting nutrients for maximum absorption and effectiveness
• Formulated in precisely dosed capsules
• Free from fillers, fragrances, and flavorings, and GMO-free
• Provides 50 mg of well-absorbed magnesium per capsule

Magnesium in human biochemistry and health

Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in human biochemistry and overall health.

It is involved in the activity of thousands of enzymes, accounting for approximately 80% of metabolic processes. However, not all sources are equal. Food processing is one of many factors that can influence magnesium when considering supplementation.

Paleo Powders offers an (r)evolutionary magnesium concept with both an evolutionary perspective and a modern formulation. Many factors influence the choice of a magnesium supplement, and these are not always fully understood. Absorption profiles, balance with other minerals, and the type of magnesium are all critical for its effectiveness and availability.

For this reason, Paleo Powders does not consider the standard approach of 100 to 400 mg magnesium chelate to be ideal. Developing a truly effective magnesium supplement requires deeper knowledge—one that goes beyond current standards. Ultimately, nature provides the best guidance.

Daily magnesium intake and food sources

• A general guideline for daily magnesium intake in adults is between 320 mg and 420 mg (13–17 mmol per day), which equals about 3.6 mg per kilogram of body weight.
• Drinking water contributes roughly 10% of daily intake, although purification and softening have significantly reduced this amount.
• Even magnesium-rich foods do not provide particularly high percentages of the recommended daily intake, such as Atlantic mackerel (82 mg per serving), nuts (80 mg), leafy greens (78 mg), and chicken (41 mg).
• Additionally, many fruits and vegetables have lost significant amounts of nutrients, including minerals, over the past century.
• Cooking vegetables can further reduce magnesium content by up to 80%.

Once in the bloodstream, magnesium is distributed to bones (53%), muscles (27%), and other tissues (19%). About 99% is found inside cells, compared to only 1% outside them, highlighting its importance as a cellular component.

Magnesium is constantly in circulation within the body. The kidneys filter up to 2400 mg per day and excrete between 5% and 70%, depending on factors such as overall health, stress, and activity levels.

Only about 0.8% of magnesium is present in the blood—0.5% in red blood cells and 0.3% in serum. A large portion is stored in bones, even later in life, and remains exchangeable with blood magnesium.

Did you know?

• The human body contains approximately 4 to 6 teaspoons of magnesium.
• Magnesium plays a central role in activating more than 3,751 proteins, involving thousands of enzyme systems.
• Magnesium intake from food and water has declined due to increased processing, while the body’s demand has increased due to modern lifestyle factors.
• After calcium, potassium, and sodium, magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in the human body.
• Within cells, magnesium ions are the second most abundant and help regulate other minerals such as sodium, potassium, and calcium.
• Mitochondria concentrate magnesium ions.
• Magnesium appears to act as a key regulator of mitochondrial function and metabolism.
• It also supports protein synthesis and the formation and repair of RNA and DNA.
• Magnesium is the third most abundant mineral in seawater, with a concentration of 0.13%.

A hydrated form of magnesium

Magnesium Oxide Monohydrate is derived from the Dead Sea and represents a hydrated form of magnesium, meaning it includes a water molecule. This contributes to its superior absorption, with approximately 2.7 times greater uptake in cells compared to magnesium citrate.

Superior absorption

Magnesium is a hydrophilic element that functions only in the presence of sufficient water. The addition of an H2O molecule ensures this condition at the molecular level, resulting in exceptionally high bioavailability.

Whole-food magnesium: wild sea lettuce

Wild sea lettuce (Ulva lactuca) is a natural source of magnesium that differs significantly from Magnesium Oxide Monohydrate. In this whole-food complex, magnesium is organically bound within the algae’s cellular structure, resulting in a high concentration of natural magnesium along with a wide range of supportive compounds.

Sea lettuce: natural nutrition

Wild sea lettuce is sustainably harvested off the coasts of Argentina and France. Its full nutritional profile is preserved through careful and gentle processing.

Using magnesium in a natural whole-food form serves a specific purpose: the body processes magnesium from food sources differently than from standard supplements, helping to avoid overwhelming the system with high doses.

Differences in absorption

Magnesium oxide monohydrate and magnesium from wild sea lettuce are both highly bioavailable, but differ in absorption speed. The former is absorbed quickly, while the latter is absorbed more slowly because it must first be released from the plant structure.

This two-phase approach ensures that magnesium is not absorbed all at once. Unlike many other minerals, magnesium is absorbed throughout the entire gastrointestinal tract, and this product makes effective use of that physiological process.

Marine phytoplankton as a nutrient source

The marine phytoplankton (Nannochloropsis gaditana) used by Paleo Powders is produced in the Netherlands at a pristine location near the country’s largest protected nature reserve. It is cultivated in ancient seawater (approximately 130,000 years old) that is free from heavy metals and contaminants.

Phytoplankton consists of single-celled aquatic organisms and provides a rich matrix of nutrients, including trace minerals, omega-3 fatty acids, essential amino acids, antioxidants, vitamins, specialized fatty acids, and phospholipids.

One of the oldest nutrient sources

Plankton dates back more than 3 billion years and forms the foundation of all life on Earth. These microorganisms played a key role in shaping the Earth’s atmosphere and the emergence of early life forms. They exist in both freshwater and marine environments.

Marine phytoplankton remains essential to life on Earth, accounting for an estimated 45% or more of global primary photosynthesis. It forms the foundation of marine food systems and has a profound influence on the global ecosystem.

Korean bamboo salt

The Korean bamboo salt used by Paleo Powders is entirely handcrafted using traditional methods that take over three years to complete.

The process involves sun-drying sea salt, placing it into bamboo that is at least three years old, and sealing it with mineral-rich clay. The bamboo is then heated in a pinewood furnace at extremely high temperatures until the salt melts into a lava-like state.

This process creates smaller molecular structures that are more easily absorbed by the body, while also removing unwanted elements. The salt turns purple due to the interaction of heat with carbon and sulfur from the bamboo.

Bamboo salt is widely used in traditional Asian practices and contains more than 70 trace elements and minerals.

Small molecules, significant benefits

Bamboo salt has a very small molecular size—approximately one hundredth that of regular salt (300–600 angstroms)—allowing it to move freely across cell membranes.

Larger salt molecules tend to remain in the bloodstream and draw water out of cells, whereas bamboo salt is more easily absorbed and eliminated.

Bamboo salt: a unique transformation

The high-temperature process also alters the molecular structure into high-energy forms, increasing biological activity. Elements from bamboo, clay, pine, and fire become integrated into the salt, enhancing trace mineral absorption.

This process also increases redox potential. Bamboo salt contains more hydroxyl (OH) groups and exhibits stronger antioxidant activity compared to other salts.

Optimal mineral balance

9X purple bamboo salt differs significantly from regular sea salt, not only due to its molecular structure but also its enhanced mineral content, including higher levels of potassium, zinc, and manganese.

Its broad spectrum of macro and trace minerals makes it a unique multi-mineral complex.

The body functions as an interconnected system, and nutrients do not act in isolation. For this reason, Paleo Powders does not favor high-dose isolated magnesium intake. Mineral balance is essential, and nature inherently provides this balance. Marine phytoplankton and bamboo salt complement the magnesium forms in this formulation.

Ionology and minerals

The importance of mineral balance is increasingly supported by the emerging field of ionology, which studies the interactions of minerals and trace elements within living organisms.

This field examines how minerals are distributed and function under various physiological and pathological conditions, as well as the molecular mechanisms behind their regulation and metabolism. The term “ionome” refers to the full spectrum of mineral nutrients present in an organism.

Comprehensive multi-mineral complex

Paleo Powders applies these insights by incorporating hundreds of naturally derived nutrients, including a broad spectrum of magnesium-supporting trace minerals.

Just as with the two-phase magnesium absorption, the nutrient complexes are also designed with varying absorption rates: bamboo salt is absorbed quickly, while phytoplankton is absorbed more gradually.

Synergy of bamboo salt and phytoplankton

By combining complementary magnesium forms with a diverse range of nutrients, Paleo Powders has created a high-quality magnesium product. It is suitable for those seeking higher therapeutic intake as well as for individuals simply looking to enhance their daily nutrition.

Lower magnesium dose per capsule

Minerals are generally better absorbed in smaller doses taken throughout the day. To avoid overwhelming key biological pathways—such as those involving mitochondria—Paleo Powders uses lower magnesium amounts per capsule.

Each capsule contains 50 mg of elemental magnesium, making it easier to spread intake across the day.

If spreading intake is not practical, multiple capsules can be taken at once. The lower dosage and smaller capsule size also make this product suitable for children and individuals with smaller body sizes.