Gummy minerals offer an easy and delicious way to obtain essential vitamins and minerals, with many flavors, shapes, and colors to choose from.
However, for most people a diet that includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean meats remains the optimal way to go.
Magnesium
Magnesium should generally be safe for most people when taken by mouth in doses up to 350 mg a day; it’s also generally well tolerated when administered intravenously (IV). But taking too much magnesium could potentially cause diarrhea in some people.
Research suggests that magnesium could help treat and prevent migraines, as well as protect the brain after strokes. Furthermore, magnesium might reduce triglycerides levels among those with high cholesterol while at the same time possibly decreasing low-density lipoprotein (LDL or “bad”) cholesterol and total cholesterol levels for those living with type 2 diabetes.
Magnesium deficiency increases your risk of heart disease. Supplementation could reduce this risk and even help protect against attacks and death, and is frequently included in antacids to relieve heartburn or upset stomach symptoms, as well as treat leg cramps during pregnancy (eclampsia), as well as slow or stop contractions leading to preterm labor.
Melatonin
Melatonin is a natural hormone produced in your body to aid with sleep cycle regulation and is available over-the-counter as a nutritional supplement in tablet, liquid and chewable forms. Melatonin may help alleviate jet lag, difficulty sleeping and reset circadian rhythm issues; additionally it may reduce evening confusion among those living with Alzheimer’s disease but not appear to improve cognition.
Melatonin can help with delayed sleep phase disorder (DSPD) by shortening the time to fall asleep and increasing total sleeping hours at night. It may also alleviate symptoms associated with shift work disorder for those working alternating day/night shifts.
Before taking melatonin, it is wise to consult your physician. Melatonin can interact with certain medications such as anticoagulants (which reduce blood clots), blood thinning agents and certain anticonvulsants; additionally it may cause too much drowsiness if combined with stimulant medications like caffeine, alcohol or nicotine; it could even impede leptin sensitivity in certain people and lead to increased weight gain risk.
Calcium
Many gummy candies contain calcium, an essential mineral for building and maintaining strong bones. Formulations often include vitamin D to facilitate proper absorption and use. Calcium supplements can be taken alone or combined with other minerals and vitamins for maximum benefit.
Gummies that contain vitamin C, an antioxidant that fights infections and heals wounds, often feature magnesium which works together with it to optimize cell metabolism and optimize metabolism overall.
Overconsumption of fat-soluble vitamins like A, D and E found in gummies may lead to overdose, particularly among children who treat the candies like candy. Calcium supplements may cause constipation or bloating for some individuals as well as interact with certain prescription such as blood pressure medication or synthetic thyroid hormones; check the label to make sure you know which ingredients your calcium supplement has and consult your healthcare provider about appropriate doses of dietary calcium intake.
Zinc
Zinc is an essential trace mineral required for overall body health. Found in every cell and contributing to nearly 100 enzymes that build proteins and repair cells, zinc acts as a powerful antioxidant protecting body tissues against damage.
Zinc first entered mass production in India during the 13th century A.D, before it was rediscoverd in Europe by Marggraf in 1746 when he created a process for its distillation. Zinc is a soft metal that’s often considered brittle at ordinary temperatures but malleable when heated; when combined with copper and other metals it can form brass, typewriter metal, commercial bronze as well as being used in batteries.
Zinc can be found in many foods, from meat and seafood to fortified cereals and other food, legumes such as chickpeas, lentils and black beans, whole grains and nuts. Be wary of consuming too much zinc; too much can interfere with how tetracycline and penicillamine medications work by inhibiting their absorption.
