Zinc, Magnesium & B6 (Willow)

Description

60 Capsules
Ingredients:
Each capsule contains a 590mg proprietary blend of:
Magnesium glycinate, Zinc Gluconate, Pyridoxine (B6)

Directions for use: Take 1 (one) capsule twice daily, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

Additional Information:
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine, is one of the vitamins included in the vitamin B family. All B vitamins, including vitamin B6, play an important role in a range of physical & psychological functions. However, they are commonly known for helping to maintain a healthy metabolism as well as supporting nerve and liver function.
Vitamin B6 Benefits:
1. Maintains Healthy Blood Vessels
Vitamin B6 is needed to regulate levels of a compound called homocysteine within the blood. Homocysteine is a type of amino acid acquired from eating protein sources, especially meat. High levels of homocysteine in the blood have been linked to inflammation and the development of heart disease and blood vessel issues, which may contribute to a heart attack. Additionally, it also helps to maintain good blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
2. Supports Brain Function
Vitamin B6 is often considered a top brain vitamin because it helps promote the proper function and development of the brain and nervous system. Studies have shown that a vitamin B6 deficiency could influence memory and contribute to cognitive impairment, Alzheimer’s and dementia, with advanced age.
3. May Improve Mood
Much like vitamin B6, some prescription antidepressant medications work to increase levels of serotonin. Research has shown that vitamin B6 has a significant impact on the central production of both serotonin and GABA neurotransmitters in the brain. These are important compounds that control mood and are needed to prevent depression, pain, fatigue, and anxiety. Although more research is still needed, some studies suggest that vitamin B6 could have a favourable effect on mood and mental health due to its positive effects on these key neurotransmitters.
Zinc
Zinc is a type of metal and an essential trace element. It is present within all bodily tissue and needed for healthy cell division. It acts like an antioxidant within the body, fighting free-radical damage and slowing the aging process. Zinc also has a major impact on hormonal balance, so for this reason, even a small zinc deficiency can result in an increased risk for infertility or diabetes.
Benefits of Zinc
1. Increases Immunity and combats Colds
Zinc is often taken as a natural over-the-counter remedy for fighting colds and symptoms of illnesses. When taken for at least five months, zinc may reduce your risk of becoming sick with the common cold, plus supplementing once you already feel sick can speed up the healing process.
2. Acts as a Powerful Antioxidant
Zinc is an effective anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agent, as it helps to fight oxidative stress and decrease the chance for disease development, including as a natural cancer treatment. Especially in elderly patients, zinc benefits include its ability to support healthy cell division, preventing cancerous cell mutation and stunting tumour growth.
3. Balances Hormones
Zinc benefits hormonal health and fertility because it plays an important role in hormone production, including increasing testosterone naturally, which has very widespread roles in both men and women. Zinc also impacts female sex hormones and is even involved in the creation and release of eggs within and from the ovaries. Zinc is needed for the production of estrogen and progesterone in women, which both support reproductive health. Either too high or too low levels of estrogen can cause problems with menstruation, mood swings, early menopause, infertility and possibly even increase the risk for certain cancers.
Magnesium Glycinate
The National Institutes of Health’s definition of magnesium is “an abundant mineral in the body that is naturally present in many foods, added to other food products and available as a dietary supplement, and present in some medicines (such as antacids and laxatives).”
Magnesium is both an essential mineral and electrolyte. It’s involved in the regulation of cellular stress and activity, which means people experiencing lots of stress may benefit from increasing their intake.
Magnesium glycinate is one type of magnesium supplement that is available to increase levels in people who can use more magnesium, including those with anxiety, diabetes, heart issues, and pain. It consists of the mineral magnesium bound to the amino acid glycine. It’s considered to be one of the most effective types of magnesium supplements due to its bio-availability — plus it’s also fast-acting, generally well-tolerated and unlikely to cause loose stools (diarrhoea).

Health Benefits:
1. Helps Magnesium Deficiency
Magnesium glycinate is one of the most bioavailable forms of magnesium, and it’s a smart way to counteract a deficiency in this mineral. Treating magnesium deficiency is critical because this mineral is connected to other essential nutrients within the body, including calcium, vitamin K and vitamin D.
2. Can Improve Sleep Quality
Magnesium seems to play a key role in the regulation of sleep. Studies have found that magnesium supplements can help promote muscle relaxation, decrease leg cramps and muscle spasms, reduce tension and anxiety, and fight pain — all of which can keep you up at night. Because it may help improve the quality and amount of sleep you get, magnesium glycinate may also help decrease daytime fatigue and enhance focus, learning, and even information retention/memory.