More than 2 billion people worldwide suffer from vitamin & mineral deficiencies, particularly magnesium, iodine, iron and zinc. This is linked to the fact that intensive agriculture greatly depletes the soil and no longer makes it possible to provide everyone with diversified food, rich in micronutrients.
What if part of the solution was found in algae capable of capturing minerals at the bottom of the sea? This is the case of Lithothamne. This small red algae found in shallow seabeds (10 to 60 meters) is renowned for its exceptional composition of minerals and trace elements.
A REMINERALIZING ALGAE
A Lithothamne treatment lasting several weeks makes it possible to compensate for mineral deficiencies. It is particularly known for its richness in calcium carbonate, an assimilable form of calcium, which also has an ideal antacid action to combat gastric acidity and associated disorders.
But Lithothamne does not stop there since it is also a source of magnesium and iron, as well as other trace elements contained in the sea.
In other words, 2 capsules of our product Lithothamne brings you:
- Approximately 360 mg of calcium (40% of daily requirements) : Calcium is essential for the building and renewal of the skeleton. It helps maintain bone mass and prevent osteoporosis. Calcium also participates in muscle contraction, blood clotting, good signaling between hormones, and the transmission of nerve impulses.
- Approximately 31.8 mg of magnesium (7.5% for men and 8.8% for women of daily requirements) : magnesium is known for its contribution to reducing fatigue and the functioning of the nervous system. But magnesium also plays a role in protein synthesis, insulin sensitivity (which partly regulates blood sugar) and is a regulator of metabolism. It also has an anti-inflammatory effect as well as protecting the risk of type 2 diabetes.
- Approximately 1.73 mg of iron ( 19.2% for men and 15.7% for women of daily requirements ): iron is essential for the oxygenation of our body and our blood. It is involved in many functions such as cognitive functions, the immune system, metabolism. In addition, it is essential for the proper development of the child in utero.
ITS UNCONTESTABLE BENEFITS
Remineralizing action
This algae is ideal for avoiding mineral deficiencies, supporting bone growth or even preventing and combating certain disorders such as osteoporosis (bone disease characterized by loss of bone density) and osteoarthritis (cartilage disease).
Anti-inflammatory action
Lithothamne also has beneficial anti-inflammatory activity to relieve joint and rheumatic pain.
Anti-acid effect
Lithothamne has an alkaline pH of 9, which allows it to act as an antacid. It is therefore of great interest in combating gastric acidity and associated disorders: acid reflux, heartburn, gastritis, stomach ulcers, etc. By helping to maintain or restore a good acid-base balance, Lithothamne has also proven effective in combating certain urinary infections and candidiasis (infection by fungi of the Candida genus).
As a reminder, the acidity of the body is often the vector of diseases such as osteoarthritis, joint pain, colopathy and even depression.
Anti-fatigue and anti-depression effect
Due to its richness in magnesium and iron, Lithothamne contributes to well-being by preventing colds and other winter disorders such as fatigue. Indeed, magnesium participates in the production of energy in cells and in the protection of the cardiovascular system.
Lithothamne has also been proven to reduce stress. It even appears that a magnesium deficiency has been scientifically linked to symptoms of depression and anxiety.
WHEN TO TAKE A LITHOTHAMNE CURE?
- To prevent mineral deficiencies that can cause fatigue, shortness of breath, headaches, muscle cramps, concentration problems, poor performance, dull skin and hair, but also increased risks of osteoporosis and cardiovascular problems. By taking a 1 to 2 month course of Lithothamne at each change of season, this will allow you to limit mineral deficiencies which are very common in the French population. In fact, more than 70% of people are deficient in magnesium, 75% lack calcium and more than 30% are deficient in iron.
- If you are prone to stomach acid, you can take Lithothamne until the problem resolves, then take it occasionally when the problem resurfaces.
- For bone remineralization, especially if you are affected by osteoporosis, you can take a 2-week course each month to ensure a regular intake of calcium, magnesium and iron.
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