Slow-Mag® Tablets Frequently Asked Questions

• Slow-Mag® Tablets are an enteric-coated magnesium dietary supplement.
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• Each 2 tablet serving of Slow-Mag® Magnesium Supplement Tablets contains 128 mg of elemental magnesium and 226 mg of calcium.
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• Slow-Mag® Magnesium Supplement Tablets have an enteric-coating to help prevent stomach upset
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• No. Two Slow-Mag® Tablets provide 32% of the RDA for adults for magnesium.
  (Go to RDA chart for magnesium.)
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• Common food sources of magnesium include: nuts, seeds, fish, beans, green leafy vegetables, whole grain cereals, orange juice, and chocolate.
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• No. 7 out of 10 Americans don't get enough magnesium from their diet.2
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• As a dietary supplement, take 2 tablets daily or as directed by your physician.
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• Yes. Poorly controlled diabetes, chronic or excessive vomiting or diarrhea, loop/thiazide diuretics (water pills) and digoxin can all deplete magnesium levels. High alcohol intake has also been associated with magnesium deficiency.3
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• Magnesium is an important mineral in a healthy diet, essential for the functioning of over 300 enzymes.
  
  Magnesium has been linked to a wide range of vital health functions and is necessary for:
  • normal protein synthesis and carbohydrate metabolism*
  • proper muscle function*
  • energy metabolism*
  • helping the body utilize calcium and potassium properly*
  • In addition, proper magnesium levels help maintain normal heart rhythms*
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• Yes. Magnesium chloride provides increased absorption versus the magnesium oxide formulation used in many other magnesium supplement products.4
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