Ancient Minerals Transdermal Magnesium Now Available in Ireland Sep 15, 2009
Close-to-the-source Maiden Enterprises () of Ireland is the newest international distributor of Ancient Minerals transdermal magnesium therapy products. San Ramon, CA (PRWEB) September 15, 2009 -- LL Magnetic Clay Inc., manufacturer of Ancient Minerals ultra-pure transdermal magnesium therapy products, today announced it has entered into a distribution agreement with Ireland-based Maiden Enterprises ... "Maiden Enterprises is excited to have this opportunity to educate people on the many health... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Latest 'Superfoods' Claim To Boost Health Sep 11, 2009
Kale is rich in beta carotene, vitamin C, folic acid and minerals such as calcium, magnesium and iron. It is also low in carbohydrates and high in protein. (Click2Houston, TX)
Chlorella Algae, Nutrition Suppleme... Sep 7, 2009
Chlorophyll is chemically very similar to hemoglobin in human blood, except for the atom in the center being magnesium instead of iron ... Likewise present are many of the trace minerals the body needs, such as potassium, magnesium, zinc, iron, calcium, and more. (Suite101.com)
New Information About How Fat Increases Blood Pressure Could Help Identify Those At Risk Sep 4, 2009
3, 2009) Some of the first information about how fat causes hypertension have been identified by researchers who say the findings should one day help identify which obese people and maybe some thin ones too are at risk for hypertension and which drugs would work best for them. Medical College of Georgia researchers have found that deleting or mutating the gene PTP1B puts mice at risk for hypertension by interfering with an endogenous mechanism that should help prevent it. (Science Daily)
Annette Kelly | Special to the Green Valley News Compact nutrition is what separates regular food from a superfood, Gary Greenleaf says. Sep 2, 2009
Eight percent of Americans are deficient in magnesium, Gary says. Since magnesium supports the brain, heart, digestive system and bone development it s not something we want in short supply. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
THINNER YOU: Alcohol and weight loss Aug 27, 2009
Along with this water loss you lose important minerals, such as magnesium, potassium, calcium and zinc. These minerals are vital to the maintenance of fluid balance, chemical reactions, and muscle contraction and relaxation. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Minera Andes initiates exploration on 100%-owned targets in Argentina Aug 24, 2009
For further information: Art Johnson at the Spokane office, or Krister A. Kottmeier, investor relations - Canada, at the Vancouver office; Visit our web site: ; Spokane Office, 111 East Magnesium Road, Ste. A, Spokane, WA, 99208, USA, Phone: (509) 921-7322, E-mail: ; Vancouver Office, 911-470 Granville Street, Vancouver, B.C., V6C 1V5, Phone: (604) 689-7017, (877) 689-7018, E-mail. (Canada Newswire)
What are hydroponically grown plants? Aug 17, 2009
Those include nitrogen and magnesium, which is at the core of the chlorophyll molecule. The key insight is that all the things a plant ordinarily gets from soil can instead be taken up from water containing dissolved nutrients. (Boston Globe)
Super Food Facts Aug 15, 2009
Oats An excellent cholesterol reducer, oats are high in protein, full of essential fats and contain minerals like zinc, calcium, magnesium and iron ... Pumpkin Perhaps one of the most underused superfoods, pumpkins are loaded with fiber, potassium, magnesium and carotenoids ... Soy is a great source of protein, minerals such as iron, manganese, magnesium and potassium as well as being an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids. (Suite101.com)
PHOTO: Crusty Greek Statue May Aid "Biofouling" Fight Aug 8, 2009
Living on a steady diet of copper and tin, the organisms on the statue had "digested" the metals to produce shells with unusual ratios of magnesium calcite and aragonite, for example, as well as traces of feldspar and quartz. Knowing which metals mess up the creatures' digestion, Medakovic said, could help researchers develop metals that are more resistant to "biofouling," the accumulation of barnacles and other critters that can eat away at ships' hulls. (National Geographic)
Blue Nanocrystals To Fight Global Warming? Jul 22, 2009
ScienceDaily (July 22, 2009) Berkeley Lab researchers have produced non-toxic magnesium oxide nanocrystals that efficiently emit blue light and could also play a role in long-term storage of carbon dioxide, a potential means of tempering the effects of global warming ... In its bulk form, magnesium oxide is a cheap, white mineral used in applications ranging from insulating cables and crucibles to preventing sweaty-palmed rock climbers from losing their grip ... Using an organometallic chemical... (Science Daily)
Sodium, chloride and potassium work together Jul 22, 2009
In addition to potassium and chloride, other minerals such as magnesium and calcium are just as important as sodium in regulating blood pressure. The dietary approaches to stop hypertension diet has shown that a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, low-fat dairy, nuts and whole grains provides an abundance of minerals that help lower blood pressure more than reducing sodium alone. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Mooncraft set right after malfunction Jul 17, 2009
"Specific instruments will conduct chemical and mineralogical mapping of the entire lunar surface for collecting data on the distribution of elements such as magnesium, aluminium, silicon, calcium, iron and titanium, with a spatial resolution of about 25 km and high atomic number elements such as radon, uranium and thorium, with a spatial resolution of about 20 km," the ISRO official said. Of the five Indian payloads, the 34 kg moon impact probe (MIP) was landed on the lunar surface Nov 14 last... (India Times)
Keep your mind and body in top condition Jul 17, 2009
Women need between 1,000 and 1,200 milligrams of calcium in their daily diet or as a supplement, along with 400 international units (IU) of vitamin D and 350 to 400 milligrams of magnesium. Share this on. (CNN -- Health)
High End Natural Health Products Distributor Brings Ancient Minerals Topical Magnesium Products to Singapore Jul 16, 2009
Online retailer Omega3Global () is the newest international distributor to partner with the manufacturer of Ancient Minerals ultra pure topical magnesium oil, gel and bath flake products. San Ramon, CA (PRWEB) July 16, 2009 -- LL Magnetic Clay, Inc. announces the addition of Omega3Global to its growing list of worldwide distributors for its topical magnesium product line ... Headquartered in Singapore, is poised to meet the growing Far East demand for high quality all-natural products with easy... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Dr. Miriam (Miki) Haran, Former Director General of Israel's Ministry of Environment, to Become an External Director of ICL'S Board of Directors Jul 16, 2009
ICL benefits from exclusive concessions to extract minerals from Israel's Dead Sea, a vast source of high-quality and low-cost potash, bromine, magnesium chloride and sodium chloride. ICL also mines phosphate rock from Israel's Negev Desert and potash and salt from its mines in Spain and the UK.. (PR Newswire)
Kremlin rewritesbook on resources Jul 9, 2009
Chemezov's group already owns and operates VSMPO-Avisma, the titanium and magnesium monopoly in Russia. The group has been looking to add to it additional alloy minerals, such as molybdenum. (Asia Times Online)
Was Mars once habitable? Jul 3, 2009
They also ran experiments that detected various minerals such as sodium, magnesium and chloride as well as the perchlorate salt. It's still a mystery whether life once existed there. (AZCentral)
Beijing Bolsters the Barriers Jun 25, 2009
On June 23, Washington filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization alleging that Beijing has reserved key raw materials such as magnesium and zinc for its own companies. U.S. and European experts say that gives Chinese industry an advantage over foreign manufacturers who need those materials too. (BusinessWeek)
U.S.-China trade tensions starting to boil Jun 24, 2009
The materials at issue include coke, bauxite, magnesium and silicon metal, the U.S. complaint says. The U.S. and EU complaints say China's export restrictions give its companies an unfair edge over their foreign rivals by giving them access to cheaper materials, despite WTO rules against export curbs. (MSNBC -- Business)
Sweet, Salty . . .and Healthy? Guilt-Free Junk Food Jun 24, 2009
Also dark chocolate contains small amounts of minerals including magnesium, iron, zinc, copper and potassium, Sass said. Perhaps the most surprising bad food with the most health benefits is pizza, Sass revealed. (Fox News)
US files WTO case against China over exports... Jun 24, 2009
"The European Union also filed its own case on the matter, setting the stage for what could be a key showdown among the world's major trading countries.The materials at issue include coke, bauxite, magnesium and silicon metal, the U.S. complaint notes. The U.S. and EU complaints say China's export restrictions give its companies an unfair edge over their foreign rivals by giving them access to cheaper materials, despite WTO rules against export curbs."The Chinese restrictions on raw materials... (The Drudge Report)
Most men deficient in key nutrients Jun 20, 2009
In fact, studies show that 77 percent of men don't take in enough magnesium, that many of us are deficient in vitamin D, and that the vitamin B12 in our diets may be undermined by a common heartburn medication ... MagnesiumThis lightweight mineral is a tireless multitasker: It's involved in more than 300 bodily processes ... Plus, a study in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition found that low levels of magnesium may increase your blood levels of C-reactive protein, a key marker of... (MSNBC -- Health)
Effect of a supplement rich in alkaline minerals on acid-base balance in humans Jun 16, 2009
Western diets are considered acidogenic due to the high dietary acid load and a low intake of base-forming dietary minerals such as potassium, magnesium or calcium. In the present study we investigated the effect of a multimineral supplement (MMS) rich in alkaline minerals on acute and chronic regulation of acid-base balance with the pH of blood, urine and saliva as potential surrogate markers. (Nutrition Journal)
Sustainable Agriculture Using Biofe... Jun 6, 2009
The source of phosphorus used in synthetic fertilizers (triple super phosphate) locks onto magnesium, manganese and all sorts of other trace minerals. It ties up these nutrients making them unavailable to plants. (Suite101.com)
Magnetic Tornadoes Could Liberate Mercury's Tenuous Atmosphere Jun 3, 2009
(May 3, 2009) NASA's MESSENGER spacecraft served up another curveball after a second flyby of the hot inner planet Oct. 6 detected magnesium -- an element created inside exploding stars and which is found in many. (July 26, 2004) NASA s first trip to Mercury in 30 years and the closest look ever at the innermost planet starts in August with the predawn launch of the MESSENGER spacecraft from Cape. (Science Daily)
NASA Scientists Find Evidence For Liquid Water On A Frozen Early Mars Jun 3, 2009
Researchers report that fluids loaded with dissolved minerals containing elements such as silicon, iron, magnesium, potassium and aluminum, can remain in a liquid state at temperatures well below freezing ... Results showed that a significant amount of weathering fluids containing silicon, iron, magnesium, calcium, chloride, sodium, potassium and aluminum remain in the liquid at temperatures well below freezing. (Science Daily)
Chrysler Files Papers to Close 789 Dealerships May 25, 2009
" Eating nutrient-rich foods means getting the most vitamins, minerals and other nutrients per serving without empty calories. Cundith points out that as consumers cut costs, they should look for foods that provide value from both economic and nutritional perspectives, instead of just shopping for lower-priced or discounted foods. For example, yogurt and flavored milk are excellent nutrient-rich choices. One eight ounce serving of yogurt provides nearly a third of your daily calcium needs, while... (Saint Louis Front Page)
Her island entree: seaweed May 24, 2009
"Then it was used in floor polishes, paints, and glues. I have some hardcore insomniacs who buy this stuff because it's good for treating insomnia. It has very high-quality sodium, potassium, and magnesium in it that are ideal for people who have difficulty sleeping or are stressed out. . . . You can also wrap halibut steaks in the fronds and bake it.". Like anything in the wild, seaweed isn't predictable, so we had no idea what else we would find. (Boston Globe)
ICL Reports Results for Q1 2009: $159m Net Income, $238m Cash Flow From Operations Despite Global Market Challenges May 20, 2009
The decline derived from a reduction in quantities sold of flame retardants, elemental bromine, water treatment biocides and magnesium-based products, countered partially by higher quantities sold of oil drilling products, and higher selling prices of some of the segment's products ... ICL benefits from exclusive concessions to extract minerals from Israel's Dead Sea, a vast source of high-quality and low-cost potash, bromine, magnesium chloride and sodium chloride. (PR Newswire)
High Blood Pressure Could Be Caused By A Common Virus, Study Suggests May 17, 2009
(July 9, 2008) A new article indicates that an increased intake in minerals such as potassium, and possibly magnesium and calcium by dietary means may reduce the risk of high blood pressure and decrease blood. (Mar. (Science Daily)
Organic Dairy Manure May Offer High Quality Fertilizer Option May 7, 2009
The organic dairy manure had higher levels of phosphorus, calcium, potassium, manganese, zinc and magnesium. Organic dairy manure also contained more types of phosphorus found in association with calcium and magnesium. (Science Daily)
Fresh Sheet: Spring asparagus, sorrel inspire fresh recipes May 6, 2009
Aside from its perky zest, sorrel is dense with vitamins C, B9, A, calcium, iron and magnesium. Salmon and sorrel are paired in many cookbooks and restaurants. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Spice Up Your Diet -- And Your Health May 1, 2009
BASIL: Source of vitamin K, iron, calcium, vitamin A, dietary fiber, manganese, magnesium, vitamin C and potassium ... Basil is also a good source of magnesium, which has been shown to help muscles and blood vessels relax thus improving blood flow to and from the heart. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Ten top superfoods May 1, 2009
Soy beans are also a rich source of calcium, iron, zinc, phosphorus, magnesium, B-vitamins, omega 3 fatty acids and fibre ... A serving size of a half cup of beans contain large amounts of iron, phosphorous, magnesium, manganese, potassium, copper, calcium, zinc and fibre. (iAfrica.com)
Officials blame mineral overdose in horse deaths Apr 29, 2009
Lechuza said what they ordered was supposed to contain vitamin B, potassium, magnesium and selenium. The injections provided by Franck's were given to the horses just hours before their deaths. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Badly mixed supplement blamed in polo horse deaths Apr 28, 2009
Lechuza said what they ordered was supposed to contain vitamin B, potassium, magnesium and selenium, a mineral that can be toxic in high doses. Compound pharmacies can, among other things, add flavor, make substances into a powder or liquid or remove a certain compound that may have an adverse reaction in different animal species. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Doctor reveals keys to feeling young Apr 14, 2009
By JOE MENDEN Independent Record - 04/14/2009. Few among us wouldn t want to feel 10 years younger. (Helena Independent Record)
Managing Stress with a Healthy Diet Apr 11, 2009
Magnesium, which helps regulate stress hormones, can become depleted when the body experiences chronic stress and low levels of magnesium may cause headaches and fatigue, two common symptoms of stress. Eating foods rich in magnesium, such as spinach, salmon, black beans and navy beans, can help replenish lost magnesium and ease the side effects of stress ... d.) Magnesium and Vitamin E. Retrieved April 10, 2009 from. (Suite101.com)
Mineral Mystery Apr 6, 2009
Minerals aren't just in water, but are important to everyday health. Minerals are essential to daily routines, but with so much information about healthy eating, it can be confusing knowing what we need to function. (Suite101.com)
The Acid/Alkaline Balance and Healt... Apr 6, 2009
Magnesium is especially important in maintaining pH in the optimal range. Add freshly squeezed lemon juice to your water. (Suite101.com)
Mining For Gold On The Ocean Floor? Apr 3, 2009
Let's see the cover story for the Glomar Explorer was that it would mine magnesium nodules off the ocean floor. Velly interesting. (CBS News)
EvolutionHealth.com Introduces the 5 Essentials Tools for Health for Detoxification, Clean Air, Clean Water, Functional Exercise, and Inversion Apr 3, 2009
These essential alkalizing minerals include calcium for the bones and magnesium for the heart. Benefit Two: The water in a water ionizer is ionized. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Trigon's Intercontinental Potash Corp. Provides Update of Operations Apr 1, 2009
Polyhalite is a potash mineral which contains four essential plant macronutrients: potassium, sulphate, magnesium and calcium ... Analytical Work Regarding Polyhalite Mineral Ore Processing and Marketing: The rich combination of fertilizer salts contained within the polyhalite mineral indicates that it is possible, that in addition to direct application, the mineral may be processed into other fertilizer products; such as potassium sulphate or magnesium sulphate for which are there established... (Canada Newswire)
Fruits and Vegetables are Good for ... Mar 22, 2009
Fruits and vegetables also contain vitamins and minerals such as vitamin D, calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium that are known to modulate skeletal health. Health Canada recommends that Canadians consume a wide variety of fruits and vegetables everyday. (Suite101.com)
Water-filtering system essential in desert Mar 11, 2009
You need a whole-house device because hard water, which contains too many dissolved minerals such as calcium and magnesium, can be hard on plumbing pipes and fixtures, prevent soap from lathering and leave scaly rings - called limescale - around faucets and drains ... A water softener uses sodium ions to remove calcium and magnesium from the water. (AZCentral -- Home)
SunOpta Announces Fiscal 2008 Year-End Results Mar 6, 2009
8 million write-down of magnesium inventory to realizable value. Operations have been restructured to deal with this decline and the group is well positioned to benefit from expected increased infrastructure spending in 2009. (Primezone Releases)
Salt Water Properties an Inquiry In... Mar 5, 2009
Sea salt contains chloride, potassium, sulfate, sodium, magnesium, and others minerals. The use of table salt during investigations causes students to internalize this misconception. (Suite101.com)
Cracking nutrition myths Mar 5, 2009
A diet that supplies - in addition to calcium - adequate protein, vitamin D, vitamin K and magnesium along with regular weight-bearing exercise (such as brisk walking, jogging, weight training) plays an important role in maintaining strong bones. Myth: Skipping meals helps you lose weight. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Rodinia Minerals Inc.: Company Signs Agreement to Acquire 100% Interest in Nevada Property Adjacent to the Only Lithium Producer in the U.S. Feb 28, 2009
Don Morrison, president of Rodinia, commented that: "Several factors underscore the importance and relevance of our decision to undertake the challenge of Clayton Valley. Firstly, we believe that the aforementioned production and mineral endowment numbers illustrate an underexploited potential resource. Secondly, the demand for lithium is projected to increase significantly from the production of lithium-ion batteries; thirdly, the U.S. Government, through its Economic Stimulus Package, has... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Initial Drill Results From Gossan-Marathon's Bird River Project Feb 28, 2009
The Company also has a large deposit of magnesium-rich dolomite, the world-wide rights to the Zuliani magnesium production process, and a silica sand deposit. Gossan trades on the TSX Venture and the Frankfurt/Freiverkehr & Xetra Exchanges and has 29,020,900 common shares outstanding. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Opta Minerals Inc. Announces Q4 Inventory Adjustment Feb 21, 2009
Although Opta Minerals does not generally provide revenue or earnings guidance prior to the release of its quarterly or annual financial results, as a result of the SunOpta press release, Opta Minerals announces today that it will report a write down of the value of its magnesium based raw material inventory of $1. 8 million on an after tax basis. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Gaza Strip Families Give First Clue To Condition Causing Blindness And Tooth Decay Feb 21, 2009
" Prof Inglehearn added that little is yet known about the role of this vital protein but it is possible that it is involved in transporting magnesium or calcium to cells in the body. Both minerals are known to be important in visual function and in teeth and bone formation. Although a rare condition, Jalili syndrome sufferers from France, Scotland, Iran, Bosnia and Guatemala were also studied. Further research could help scientists gain a better understanding of more common forms of blindness,... (Science Daily)
Eating Your Veggies: Not As Good For You? Feb 20, 2009
Davis claims the average vegetable found in today's supermarket is anywhere from 5% to 40% lower in minerals (including magnesium, iron, calcium and zinc) than those harvested just 50 years ago. (). (Time.com)
Fortified Bread Enhances the Goodness of Grains Feb 19, 2009
They are an important source of antioxidants and fiber including B vitamins, vitamin E, magnesium, iron and numerous other vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. As part of a healthy diet, whole grains may reduce the risks associated with heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes and obesity. (Pekin Times, IL)
Five 'Healthy' Foods That May Not Be Feb 12, 2009
Almonds, for example, are high in vitamin E and magnesium and contain very little cholesterol. But 1 ounce of almonds -- dry-roasted, with no salt -- contains 170 calories and 15 grams of fat. (KIRO TV, WA)
Antarctic Expedition Prepared Researchers For Mars Project Feb 11, 2009
He collected soil samples from different depths and used that instrument to assess the concentrations of many soluble nutrients, such as calcium, magnesium and potassium. He also used other methods back at his lab to check for the same ingredients and found essentially the same concentrations. (Science Daily)
5 fab foods you should be eating Feb 9, 2009
They're packed with magnesium, fiber and omega-3 fatty acids ... Used for more than brewing beer, barley is a whole grain rich in cholesterol-lowering fiber and minerals such as magnesium, zinc and selenium. (Erie Times-News, PA)
