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Is Ancient Minerals magnesium "oil" actually oil?
Where does Ancient Minerals magnesium come from?
Is the magnesium chloride in Ancient Minerals "Pharmaceutical Grade" or "USP
Grade"?
I experience some tingling when I apply the Ancient Minerals magnesium oil or
gel. Is this normal?
Will magnesium applied topically produce a laxative effect like oral magnesium
supplements?
Why are oral magnesium supplements so difficult to absorb for most people?
Should I continue using magnesium supplements orally if I am also using
Ancient Minerals topically?
Do I need to shower or rinse the magnesium off after using it?
Are there any precautions for using Ancient Minerals magnesium products?
Is there a maximum daily limit for using Ancient Minerals topically?
Are Ancient Minerals magnesium products safe to use with children?
Are Ancient Minerals magnesium products safe for animals and pets?
How does Ancient Minerals compare with other topical magnesium products on the
market?
I have heard that Ancient Minerals is beneficial for skin conditions such as
psoriasis and eczema?
Is Ancient Minerals topical magnesium beneficial for detoxification?
Why can topical applications of magnesium chloride be so healing?
Is Ancient Minerals magnesium "oil" actually oil?
Actually no, although this is a common misconception. Magnesium "oil" is a
coined term for a highly saturated solution of magnesium chloride in water along
with other trace elements, which happens to present itself in an oil-like
texture due to its hygroscopic nature (attracts water molecules).
Where does
Ancient Minerals magnesium come from?
The pristine source for Ancient Minerals magnesium products lies within a deep
underground (nearly 2 miles) seabed in Northern Europe, referred to as the
Ancient Zechstein Sea. It is extracted from the earth by a process known as
solution mining, and it is currently the most coveted source of naturally
occurring magnesium chloride on the planet. For more information, please visit
www.genuinezechstein.com.
Is the
magnesium chloride in Ancient Minerals "Pharmaceutical Grade" or "USP Grade"?
While many manufacturers rely on the phrases “pharmaceutical grade” and “USP
Grade” to convey a sense of quality to consumers, one must be familiar with
their definition in order to have any true understanding of what this equates
to. Both “pharmaceutical grade” and “USP Grade” essentially refer to the same
thing – the public standards set forth by the United States Pharmacopeia. While
there are several aspects of magnesium chloride that are defined by USP
standards, arguably the most important and controversial standard is the maximum
allowable heavy metal content (i.e. mercury, cadmium, and lead). After all, this
is something that is coming into contact with our skin, and these elements are
known toxins (even as low as a single part per million of mercury can have
negative effects). In the case of magnesium chloride, the USP standard allows
for a maximum heavy metal content of 10 parts per million (ppm). What this
equates to for you the consumer, is that manufacturers can casually use the
phrase “pharmaceutical grade” without telling you exactly what toxic heavy
metals, or at what levels they exist in the finished product – so long as it is
below the USP limit. By no means do we consider this to be an acceptable
practice, and certainly not a suitable method to represent the purity of Ancient
Minerals. And, for that reason, we refer to the “ultra-purity” of Ancient
Minerals as being far beyond any pharmaceutical standard that exists in the
world, period. We are completely transparent in our efforts to redefine purity,
and the lab results are available proudly to all who seek them at
www.genuinezechstein.com, or you can always just ask. top of page
I experience some
tingling when I apply the Ancient Minerals magnesium oil or gel. Is this normal?
Some users of the magnesium oil and magnesium gel who have sensitive skin may
experience tingling and/or some slight irritation at the site of application due
to the high concentration of magnesium chloride. This effect is completely
harmless, and can vary based on a number of factors, including where you apply
it on the body and how much you are applying. Diluting the magnesium oil 1:1
with pure spring water can reduce this effect, although it is a matter of
personal preference. Additionally, those who do experience this effect report
that the tingling lessens with each subsequent application. Another choice would
be to opt for the Ancient Minerals magnesium bath flakes for use in foot soaks
and/or full body soaks, which offers a gentler form of use for those with
extremely sensitive or broken skin. More information can be found on our product
application and usage guide.
Will magnesium applied
topically produce a laxative effect like oral magnesium supplements?
No, there is no potential for a laxative effect. This is a fundamental advantage
of using Ancient Minerals magnesium products topically, as your skin can
naturally self-regulate the absorption of minerals. The laxative effect seen by
many users of various oral magnesium supplements is due to an inability of the
GI tract to absorb larger quantities of elemental magnesium that are found in
dietary supplements, and the consequence is your bowels attempting to flush the
unabsorbed excess out. While different people have varying thresholds of
sensitivity to oral magnesium supplements, there is zero potential for this to
occur when Ancient Minerals is used topically.
Why are oral
magnesium supplements so difficult to absorb for most people?
There are two primary reasons. The first, is that meaningful quantities of
elemental magnesium from dietary supplements have a tendency to create a
laxative effect in the majority of users, which reduces transit time through the
bowels. There is good evidence to indicate that absorption of magnesium is
impaired when the transit time through the bowels is less than 12 hours. Second,
is that the percentage of magnesium absorbed is inversely proportionate to the
amount of magnesium being consumed in a single dose (i.e. the more you take, the
smaller percentage you actually assimilate). These two factors taken together
equate to a less-than-efficient method of restoring cellular magnesium levels in
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Should I continue
using other magnesium supplements orally if I am also using Ancient Minerals
topically?
It is not necessary, but using magnesium supplements can still be helpful if
used sparingly. Oral use of magnesium should be used in addition to topical use,
rather than in place of.
Do I need to shower or
rinse the magnesium off after using it?
Rinsing the magnesium oil or magnesium gel off after use is a matter of personal
preference, and depends on how much you are applying and where. Typically, the
more magnesium oil or gel one uses per application, the more likely it will be
that you will want to rinse it off after the 20 minutes or so it takes for your
skin to take full advantage of the magnesium. In addition, Ancient Minerals
magnesium gel is designed to not be fully absorbed into the skin, so rinsing off
after applying is a fairly common practice. Please see the product application
and usage guide for further information.
Are there
any precautions for using Ancient Minerals magnesium products?
Avoid using Ancient Minerals magnesium gel or magnesium oil near mucus membranes
such as the eyes and nose, which can cause some irritation. Also, while applying
the magnesium oil and/or gel to broken skin or wounds can be highly therapeutic
and cleansing, the high concentration of magnesium salts can cause discomfort.
If you are using Ancient Minerals on broken skin or lesions (i.e. psoriasis,
eczema, acne, Morgellons, etc.) it is strongly advised to begin with magnesium
baths until the skin had a chance to start healing and become less sensitive to
the higher concentration of magnesium chloride in the oil and gel.
Is there a
maximum daily limit for using Ancient Minerals topically?
No. As mentioned before, the skin has a unique ability to self-regulate
absorption, and therefore overuse is of little concern. top of
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Are Ancient
Minerals magnesium products safe to use with children?
Most definitely! Ancient Minerals magnesium baths are the preferred application
by most parents, and have been used with great success on children as young as 6
months old. They are not only safe, but highly therapeutic and can calm even the
most restless young ones.
Are Ancient
Minerals magnesium products safe for animals and pets?
Absolutely. Ancient Minerals topical magnesium products are just as effective on
animals and pets as they are on humans. In fact, our magnesium gel and magnesium
oil is used in natural and alternative veterinary clinics around the world for
everything from wound care, to general health maintainance.
How does
Ancient Minerals compare with other topical magnesium products on the market?
Ancient Minerals magnesium products are produced with very strict quality
standards, from the purity of the raw ingredients to the production of the
finished product. Other manufacturers utilize inferior forms of magnesium from
impure ocean deposits and contaminated inland water sources. Ancient Minerals
topical magnesium products are recommended by healthcare professionals the world
over, and the only topical magnesium brand recommended by Dr. Mark Sircus, Ac.,
OMD, author of the book Transdermal Magnesium Therapy and director of the
International Medical Veritas Association. Ancient Minerals is also the only
topical magnesium brand formulated using the exclusive Genuine Zechstein™
magnesium chloride source.
I have heard
that Ancient Minerals is beneficial for skin conditions such as psoriasis and
eczema?
Correct. Ancient Minerals magnesium products are highly therapeutic and healing
to skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, acne, poison oak, etc. Topically
applied magnesium chloride enhances skin barrier function, decreases
inflammation, speeds wound healing, and augments skin cell hydration. However,
if you have broken skin or have a good portion of your body is affected, it is
advised to start with magnesium baths until the skin has had a chance to start
healing and become less sensitive to the high concentration of magnesium salts
in the magnesium gel and magnesium oil.
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Is Ancient
Minerals topical magnesium beneficial for detoxification?
Magnesium is not only beneficial, but essential! The body utilizes alkaline
minerals such as magnesium to process cellular debris and counteract elevated
uric acid production when combating a detox reaction. In addition, if there is
not an adequate amount of magnesium for combating the detox reaction, it will
remove the magnesium from the bones and body for this purpose. Studies have
shown that magnesium is one of the most commonly deficient nutrients in the
chemically toxic individual. People who tend to retain chemical and heavy metal
toxins were observed to excrete a high amount of magnesium in their urine, and
have problems maintaining adequate magnesium levels. Most importantly, magnesium
shields our cells from heavy metals such as aluminum, mercury, lead, cadmium,
beryllium and nickel, which rationalizes why we so desperately need magnesium
for heavy metal detoxification. Magnesium, for the most part, is indispensable
for the survival of our cells, but takes on additional significance in the age
of toxicity where our systems are being overrun on a daily basis with heavy
metals.
There is escalating evidence that low levels of magnesium plays a role in the
deposition of heavy metals that may have accumulated in brain tissue. In fact,
the cause and solution of numerous physical maladies can be as easy as
correcting a magnesium deficiency. In addition, many of the difficulties with
mercury chelation can be reduced when the subject is administered sufficient
magnesium. Most information associated with chelation will tell you that
chelating wastes minerals and yet very little investigation has been done into
the critical mineral whose loss cannot be tolerated without unacceptable risk.
Magnesium is vital for phase one detoxification and along with other minerals
such as zinc, dislodges toxic heavy metals from the body. The bottom line is
that magnesium is a fundamental factor in the natural self-cleansing and
detoxification responses of the body. According to Doctor Frederica P. Perera,
Professor of Environmental Health Sciences and Director of the Columbia Center
for Children's Environmental Health, there is a 500-fold difference in the
ability of each person to detoxify the same exact toxin. One of the main
indicators - is each individual's level of magnesium. For these reasons, the use
of Ancient Minerals magnesium oil, magnesium gel, and magnesium flakes, provides
the user with a foundational support system for safe and efficient detox.
Why can
topical applications of magnesium chloride be so healing?
It is healing by way of the medium of the skin. This is a very ancient practice,
and is described in many ayurvedic texts. The efficiency of topical applications
in regard to magnesium is justified by the skin's ability to absorb substances
which are then carried by the circulatory system around the body. It is also
harmless as the skin will not absorb more magnesium than the body needs. Topical
application of magnesium chloride is also considerably superior to the commonly
suggested oral magnesium supplements and in actuality is the most practical way
magnesium can be re-established to proper levels. When utilizing magnesium on
our skin, we are producing "tissue saturation". This is the ability to launch
the nutrients exactly where you want them, which is directly into circulation
where your body tissues have access at therapeutically efficient levels without
any loss. With Ancient Minerals magnesium oil, magnesium gel, and magnesium
flakes, you have a potent natural substance that penetrates the cells with
dramatic results on cell biochemistry, and it is inexpensive, safe, and a
do-it-yourself at home method. top of page
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