Thorne Calcium-Magnesium Malate 240 Capsules - 1:1 Ratio for Superior Absorption

Optimal Bone Density Support: Calcium malate provides highly absorbable elemental calcium that integrates directly into bone matrix, supporting bone mineralization throughout life stages. Combined with magnesium's role in activating vitamin D and regulating parathyroid hormone, this formula promotes structural bone integrity in adolescents building peak bone mass, postmenopausal women maintaining density, and older adults preventing age-related bone loss. The malate form ensures maximum bioavailability compared to carbonate or citrate alternatives, allowing efficient utilization of each 100mg dose.

Cardiovascular and Muscle Function: Magnesium and calcium work synergistically within cardiac and skeletal muscle cells to regulate contraction and relaxation cycles. Magnesium relaxes smooth muscle fibres and maintains normal heart rhythm, while calcium triggers muscle fibre contraction, creating balanced muscular function. This dynamic mineral interplay supports normal blood pressure regulation, reduces exercise-induced muscle cramps and fatigue, and promotes cardiovascular system resilience. The 1:1 ratio ensures neither mineral dominates, maintaining physiological equilibrium.

Enhanced Metabolic and Enzymatic Activity: Magnesium serves as a cofactor in over 600 enzymatic reactions governing cellular energy production, protein synthesis, and nutrient metabolism. It facilitates ATP synthesis in mitochondria, converts pyridoxine to active vitamin B6, and regulates blood glucose homeostasis through insulin function support. This metabolic support enhances energy levels, supports healthy blood sugar regulation, and optimizes methylation processes critical for neurotransmitter production and cellular repair throughout the body.

Superior Absorption and GI Tolerance: The chelated malate form binds minerals to malic acid molecules, protecting them from interference by dietary phytates, oxalates, or other inhibitors during digestion. This molecular structure allows intact absorption through intestinal walls, bypassing common absorption barriers that reduce efficacy of standard mineral supplements. The malate carrier also supports the Krebs cycle for energy production while minimizing gastric irritation, bloating, or constipation often associated with calcium carbonate or poorly absorbed magnesium forms.