The chemical balance of the body depends on the balance of minerals in the system. Each mineral depends on other minerals in a specific ratio to work effectively. Minerals are also known as co-enzymes, working with enzymes to help create energy in the growth and healing of tissue. Minerals specifically help form bones and the blood, keep the nervous system functioning, and regulate the tone of the muscles. Minerals are needed to get oxygen into the muscles to reduce pain and fatigue.

     Calcium is the most abundant mineral found in the body, especially in the bones and teeth, and the soft tissues. Calcium is used for muscle contraction and growth, to regulate the nervous system and heart action, to properly clot the blood, to break down fats, and to stabilize protein. Calcium is needed more than any other mineral; yet, it is best absorbed from whole plants instead of by inorganic supplementation. Calcium is found in kelp, almonds, egg yolks, dark leafy green vegetables like kale, spinach, cabbage, and in most dairy products. Calcium supplementation should include a very absorbable form of calcium such as found in Cal Apatite Plus. This Calcium combination has been found to be most effective in improving calcium levels, and preventing osteoporosis.

     For fibromyalgia, Magnesium is the most common mineral used to reduce stress in the muscles. Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in the body, and the second most abundant in the muscle tissue. It helps to relax muscles, expand airways, regulate heart rhythm, and is beneficial in nerve formation. Magnesium is needed for over 300 enzyme reactions and is the major mineral required for energy formation. The entire energy production system is dependent on magnesium, and even a slight magnesium deficiency can slow down the production of energy. Deficiencies of magnesium can cause swelling of the cell membranes, hardening of the soft tissues, sleep disturbances, and irritability. Magnesium is found in whole grains, dark green leafy vegetables, kelp, and many kinds of nuts and legumes. Magnesium in supplementation should be combined with calcium in a 2 parts Calcium to 1 part Magnesium, or a minimum of 600mg of Calcium to 300mg of Magnesium. The Cal Apatite Plus with Magnesium is a very effective supplement to improve both calcium and magnesium levels in the system.

     Malic acid in supplementation with magnesium has been shown to improve the amount of oxygen and energy available to the cells. Malic acid is found in many citrus fruits and apples. The Journal of Nutritional Medicine published a study on the combined effects of magnesium and malic acid for fibromyalgia clients. Their test used 1,200 to 2,400 mg of malic acid, with 300 to 600 mg of magnesium, for 4 to 8 weeks, with 15 clients. The results of their study showed a significant amount of pain relief within 48 hours, and a measurable decrease in pain in the tender points. Fibroplex is a magnesium with malic acid and B vitamin supplement. Fibroplex was specifically combined to assist in removing pain symptoms of fibromyalgia. You can combine it with Cal Apatite Plus to get your absorbable calcium supplementation.

     Calcium and magnesium work together for proper metabolism. Calcium and magnesium must be kept in balance in a 2:1 ratio. An excess of calcium in the system will deplete magnesium levels. Magnesium is a common deficiency with those who have a high dairy intake. Since it is recommended to take 350 to 400 mg. of magnesium, the equivalent amount of calcium would be between 700 to 800 mg. to be in balance. Make sure your supplement provides the correct ratio of calcium to magnesium and adds additional minerals to help in assimilation of the trace minerals.

     The need for potassium may be increased if too much magnesium is taken at once. Potassium deficiency can cause severe muscle cramps, restlessness, and irregular heart beats. Cramps can quickly be released with the use of 100-200 mg of potassium in tablet form. Sodium must be kept in balance with potassium. Sodium retains fluids, while potassium is a diuretic. An imbalance of organic sodium and potassium can cause nerve symptoms such as muscle discomfort, restlessness, twitching and chronic fatigue. Additionally, potassium cannot be held in the tissues without adequate magnesium. So all four minerals: calcium, magnesium, sodium and potassium must be in balance as a group, and an excess of any one of them may do as much if not more damage than a deficiency.