More than one in three Canadians report at least one symptom of insomnia, including difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up early in the morning. This is problematic considering that insufficient sleep has been strongly linked to chronic health problems such as weakened immunity, low mood, and even low bone mineral density. Mag Sleep-Matrix offers a balanced formula of evidence-based nutrients to help your patients get the rest and recovery they need to stay healthy.
Magnesium is well known for its ability to relax skeletal and smooth muscles, making it a crucial mineral for conditions such as muscle tension and pain. Magnesium also activates the parasympathetic nervous system, blocking NMDA receptors and activating GABA receptors, adding to its calming effects and making it a natural sleep aid for those with an overactive mind. Studies have shown that supplementation can improve sleep quality, cortisol release, and melatonin levels. Additionally, magnesium has been shown to be beneficial for those suffering from anxiety and low mood, common causes of insomnia.
Melatonin is the body's hormone designed to regulate our circadian rhythm, the cycle that dictates when we should be awake and when we should be asleep. It is naturally produced in the pineal gland and found in various foods such as cherries and walnuts, but more importantly, it is well established.
Benefits as a sleep aid supplement. Clinical trials have shown that melatonin can reduce the time it takes to fall asleep and improve the ability to stay asleep, thereby increasing total sleep time and restfulness. Melatonin is particularly indicated for people who work night shifts or to prevent jet lag in
people who travel often.
GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is an inhibitory neurotransmitter often used to relax the mind in cases of anxiety, stress, low mood, and insomnia. Research has shown that GABA can reduce anxiety and shorten the time it takes to fall asleep, making this amino acid particularly useful for people who have difficulty falling asleep because they can't calm their racing mind.
Together, Mag Sleep-Matrix contains 125 mg of elemental magnesium, 100 mg of pure GABA, and 2.5 mg of stable melatonin per vegetarian capsule. This makes Mag Sleep-Matrix a gentle yet effective option for patients suffering from insomnia due to stress, anxiety, circadian rhythm errors, and chronic pain.