Magnesium oil is purported to cure many health problems, such as high blood pressure, migraine headaches and heart disease prevention -- although none of these claims have been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. However, it's not to be consumed orally; it's to be absorbed through the skin. Consult your health care professional before applying magnesium oil to any part of your body. It's an alternative treatment with no proven results.
What is Magnesium Oil?
Magnesium oil is a pure source of magnesium chloride, a highly concentrated and aqueous solution that contains high levels of magnesium along with many other trace minerals. When rubbed onto the skin, that is transdermally, magnesium oil is absorbed quickly into the body and immediately boosts levels of magnesium in the body.
Purported Benefits of Magnesium Oil
According to Norman Shealy, M.D., founder of the Shealy Institute, a center for the treatment and research of chronic pain, there are many benefits of applying magnesium oil transdermally. These include relief from many body aches and pains, such as during fibromyalgia, and increased levels of energy. Magnesium is a natural muscle nourisher and relaxant, and it supports many of the brain functions as well. Some say applying magnesium oil improves mood and reduces stress.
Applying Magnesium Oil on the Liver Area
According to Dr. Shealy, applying magnesium oil on and around the liver area helps detoxify the body. Because the liver processes the wastes of the body, magnesium oil is said to help speed up the action and get rid of all toxins in the body, thus carrying out a complete detoxification process.
Magnesium Oil - Not Really an Oil
Even though it's called magnesium oil, the solution is really not an oil. It's a super-saturated solution of magnesium chloride in a water base. After rubbing it on the skin, it feels a little slippery but dries off within a few seconds, leaving you without the oily feel on your skin.
Side Effects of Magnesium Oil
According to the Side Effects Site, if magnesium is taken orally or intravenously, many side can occur. Some of the common side effects of orally taken magnesium include diarrhea, flushing of the skin, swelling and water retention.
References
- Norman Shealy, MD, Founder, Shealy Institute, Fair Grove, MO
- Side Effects Site: Magnesium Side Effects
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