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It's estimated that about 39 million Americans live with migraines, and if you've ever experienced one, you know how painful and debilitating they can be.
Fortunately, there are natural remedies that can help.
So in today's video, I'll be discussing:
What our migraines and what can cause them?
What is Magnesium L-Threonate and how does it work?
What effect does Magnesium L-Threonate have on migraines and brain health?
And lastly, how do we incorporate Magnesium L-Threonate to benefit your mental health?
[Video Transcript Below + Supplement Links Discussed In Video]
Hi, I'm Katie Bailey. I'm a registered dietitian at Flusso Nutrients where we provide supplement education and professional quality supplement options for you to make the world of nutrition supplements a little bit easier to navigate.
As always, be sure to check with your main nutrition literate healthcare provider before starting anything new. As we can't know your full medical history to make a personalized recommendation.
So without further ado, let's jump into today's topic.
What are migraines and what can cause them?
So migraines are severe headaches that are characterized by a throbbing or pulsating sensation.
They can be located in any part of the head and the pain can last for a few hours or even days.
Migraines are often accompanied with additional symptoms like nausea, vomiting, visual disturbances, and sensitivity to light and sound.
While the exact cause of migraines is not fully understood, it is believed to be a result of multiple different factors, including genetics and stress and even certain foods.
When the body's exposed to environmental or lifestyle triggers, it activates neurons that release calcitonin, which causes vasodilation as well as inflammation.
And some common triggers for migraines include cheese and alcohol, coffee, poor sleep, and skipping meals.
What is Magnesium L-Threonate and how does it work?
So magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in over 300 biochemical reactions in the body, including our brain health.
Magnesium L-Threonate, also known as Magtein, is a unique form of magnesium that enhances brain bioavailability.
So Magtein combines magnesium with L-Threonic Acid, which is a metabolite of vitamin C, and it creates a compound that is easily able to cross the blood brain barrier and increase magnesium levels in the brain.
It's known for its potential cognitive benefits as well as for supporting brain health and memory.
What effect does Magnesium L-Threonate have on migraines?
Brain health research has suggested that Magnesium L-Threonate may offer neuroprotective effects as well as improve cognitive function in individuals with various neurological conditions like Alzheimer's disease and age-related cognitive decline.
There are various studies that show that supplementation with magnesium may help to reduce the frequency as well as the severity of migraine attacks.
And there are three potential mechanisms by which Magnesium L-Threonate may help alleviate migraines.
The first mechanism is through vasodilation and neurotransmitter regulation.
So migraines are often associated with changes in blood vessel constriction and dilation, as well as imbalances in our neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine.
Magnesium plays a role in regulating these processes, potentially reducing migraine triggers.
The second mechanism is through cortical spreading depression, or also known as CSD.
CSD is a wave of depolarization that is believed to be involved in the pathogenesis of migraines.
Magnesium has been shown to inhibit CSD potentially preventing and reducing migraine attacks.
The last mechanism is through inflammation and pain modulation.
So magnesium has anti-inflammatory properties and may help modulate pain perception by regulating various neurotransmitters and receptors involved in pain signaling.
How to incorporate Magnesium L-Threonate to benefit mental health?
So magnesium deficiency has been linked to various mental health conditions, including anxiety and depression, as well as an increased risk for migraines by increasing magnesium levels in the brain.
Magnesium L-Threonate may help to modulate or regulate our neurotransmitters as well as promote a more balanced mood.
While other forms of magnesium are beneficial for overall health, Magnesium L-Threonate's unique ability to cross the blood-brain barrier makes it a promising choice for individuals looking to support their brain health as well as manage neurological conditions like migraines.
If you are considering incorporating Magnesium L-Threonate into your routine, although it's generally well tolerated, it's best to start with a lower dose and slowly increase to determine how your body's going to respond to it, as well as to minimize any potential side effects.
Like with most supplements, consistency is key to experiencing potential benefits, and it may take some time to notice the full effects of it as it works to increase magnesium levels in the brain gradually.
And as always, make sure to check with your main nutrition healthcare provider to determine what the right dosage is for you as well as to make sure that it's not going to interact with any medications or supplements that you are currently taking.
Magnesium L-Threonate Magtein: In Summary
So to wrap up our topic for today, Magnesium L-Threonate, also known as Magtein, is a supplement that offers enhanced brain bioavailability and potential benefits for migraines, cognitive function, and overall brain health.
While research is ongoing, studies do suggest that Magnesium L-Threonate may be a valuable addition to a comprehensive plan for migraine management.
However, it's important to remember that individual responses will vary and Magnesium L-Threonate is not considered a cure all for migraines as maintaining a healthy lifestyle and looking into various other factors are going to be essential to finding the right approach for you for managing your migraine symptoms.
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1) Magtein: https://flussonutrients.nutridyn.com/magteinr
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