Miraculous Magnesium -

Magnesium is an essential macro-mineral that is vital to so many functions in our bodies. It is one of several minerals involved in electrolyte balance in the body and it is essential for over 300 bodily processes including muscle contraction, heart rhythm, blood pressure regulation, blood glucose control, energy production, bone health, nerve conduction, and even reproduction. And yet, it is estimated that more than 50% of people are deficient in magnesium. Low levels of magnesium have been linked to Diabetes, Heart Disease, and even Alzheimer’s and ADHD. In fact, getting enough magnesium is key in fighting depression, preventing constipation and alleviating insomnia.

There are so many factors that can cause your magnesium to be depleted. Some of these include:

Depletion of magnesium in the soils due to mono-cropping and industrialized farming practices
Depletion in the water due to filtration processes
Eating a standard American diet which is low in nutrients
Use of antiacids, proton pump inhibitors, antibiotics and diuretics
Gut issues including leaky gut and imbalances in the healthy gut bacteria

There are numerous common symptoms that can indicate magnesium deficiency. These include:

High blood pressure
Muscle twitching (including eye twitching)
Muscle cramping and spasms
PMS symptoms
Headaches and migraines
Restless leg syndrome
Fatigue, low energy, and muscle weakness
Sleep issues
Mood swings, difficulty concentrating, stress, or depression
Agitation or irritability
Heart palpitations and arrhythmias
Inflammation
Thyroid Issues

The recommended intake for Magnesium is about 300-350 mg/day for women and 400-450 mg/day for men. The best way to meet your magnesium needs is to eat a magnesium rich diet. Foods rich in magnesium include:

Spinach, Swiss Chard and leafy green vegetables
Dark Chocolate
Pumpkin Seeds
Almonds, Cashews, Brazil Nuts, and Peanuts
Beans (Black, Kidney, Soy)
Avocados
Salmon, Halibut, Herring, Sardines, Tuna, Mussels
Kefir and Yogurt
Figs
Bananas
Egg Yolks
Sunflower Seeds, Flaxseed, Chia Seeds
Edamame
Tofu
Quinoa and Oats
Wild Rice, Brown Rice, and Buckwheat
Molasses
Cherries
Beet Root and Beet Greens

Yet, many still do not get enough magnesium through diet alone. Thankfully, there are several great options for supplementing magnesium. Here are my favorite forms:

Magnesium Glycinate – great for relaxation and promoting sleep
Magnesium Malate – great for enhancing energy production
Magnesium Citrate – great for relieving constipation
Magnesium Threonate – good for reducing brain fog, anxiety and depression
Magnesium Oil – applied topically, it is great for relaxing muscles and even soothing an upset stomach
Epsom Salt Baths – great for relaxing muscles and for promoting total body relaxation in preparation for sleep

Are you concerned that you may not be getting enough of this miraculous mineral? I can help you trouble shoot all of the factors that are influencing your nutrient status and together, we can find the plan that will help you optimize your health.

Here’s to your health, happiness, and abundant energy,

About Julie

Hello, my name is Julie James. I am so glad you are here!

I help active health minded women find the missing pieces to their health puzzle, so they can end exhaustion and get their energy back, to feel healthy and motivated to go after their passions.

Struggling with health issues from childhood, I turned to exercise and pursued degrees in Kinesiology and Physical Therapy. Once on my career path, my husband and I faced infertility and miscarriage, but eventually had three healthy daughters. As a young and busy mom, fatigue began to overwhelm my days. I felt exhausted all of the time despite how much sleep I got, my body felt weak and workouts left me feeling wiped out, achy and sore, I was dragging myself through the day with little motivation, poor focus and brain fog, and I needed frequent naps just to make it through. I was later diagnosed with Hashimoto’s Hypothyroidism. At the time, I was relieved to have “the answer” and was convinced medication would take care of everything.

More than anything, I wanted enough energy to be fully present for my family and pursue my creative passions.

Despite medication, the exhaustion crept back in and other symptoms like headaches and joint pain became more frequent and ongoing. I was confused, frustrated, and honestly as a health professional felt a little embarrassed. I thought I was doing all of the right things to take care of my health.

I saw numerous conventional doctors and functional medicine practitioners and accumulated more diagnoses. With each diagnosis came more band aid solutions. As I continued to search for answers on my own, I stumbled upon the Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis Test. The practitioner that interpreted the test results for me happened to be a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDNP), which I had never heard of. As she explained the test, everything started to make sense.

I implemented the protocol she suggested and immediately felt a big shift in my energy. This is what led me to becoming an FDNP. Using functional labs, I could uncover underlying health issues for my clients and offer personalized solutions. I knew this was going to be revolutionary in the way I could help myself and others.

With my own labs, it became clear that what I thought was a healthy lifestyle was actually taking its toll on my body. I was pushing my body too hard with exercise, not sleeping enough, not managing my stress well and not eating what my body specifically needed, causing imbalances and dysfunctions in many areas.

By having my functional lab results, I developed a holistic self-care protocol of proper nutrition, adequate rest, moderate exercise, stress reduction and targeted supplementation specific to my body’s needs. I was finally able to heal and reclaim my energy to be fully present with my family and also follow my creative passions.

Having gone through all of this I didn’t want other women to suffer like I did. So, I decided to start my Total Transformation Program to help active women in their 30s to 50s end exhaustion and get their energy back so they can feel healthy and motivated to go after their passions.

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