The Benefits of Magnesium for Women’s Hormones, Stress & Sleep
Magnesium is one of the most essential minerals in the body — yet up to 70% of women are deficient. Between stress, caffeine, alcohol, and poor soil quality in modern farming, our magnesium levels are quickly depleted. This has a big impact on hormones, mood, fatigue, PMS, and sleep.
If you struggle with PMS, cramps, anxiety, bloating, low energy, headaches, or restless sleep, magnesium may be the missing piece.
Why Magnesium Matters for Women
Magnesium is involved in over 300 biochemical reactions in the body. It plays a vital role in:
✅ Hormone balance
✅ Nervous system regulation
✅ Blood sugar control
✅ Stress response (cortisol regulation)
✅ Muscle relaxation & period cramps
✅ Energy production
✅ Sleep quality
✅ Thyroid function
Signs You May Be Low in Magnesium
You may need magnesium if you experience:
PMS or period cramps
Hormonal acne
Anxiety or irritability
Sugar cravings
Constipation or slow digestion
Trouble falling or staying asleep
Headaches or tension
Fatigue
Magnesium and Hormones
Magnesium helps balance key hormones in the female body:
1. Reduces PMS & Period Pain
Magnesium relaxes muscles and reduces prostaglandins (the compounds that trigger cramps). It may also reduce bloating, breast tenderness, and mood swings.
2. Supports Stress Hormones
High stress = high cortisol = hormone imbalance. Magnesium helps calm the nervous system and regulate cortisol production, keeping hormones more stable.
3. Improves Sleep and Mood
Magnesium supports the production of GABA, a calming neurotransmitter that promotes better sleep and reduces anxiety.
4. Supports Thyroid Function
The thyroid needs magnesium to convert T4 into active T3. Low magnesium is linked to fatigue, weight gain, and low mood.
What Form of Magnesium Is Best?
Not all magnesium is created equal. Many cheap supplements use magnesium oxide, which has poor absorption and can cause digestive upset.
For hormones, mood, energy and stress, the most effective form is Magnesium Glycinate — it’s gentle on the stomach and highly bioavailable.
Magnesium in Hormone Harmoniser
Our Hormone Harmoniser formula includes Magnesium Glycinate, the most absorbable form to support:
Hormone balance
Better sleep
Reduced PMS
Calmer mood
Energy production
Nervous system support
