Aquamin®: The Ocean-Derived Mineral Supporting Brain and Body Wellness




The brain and body share more in common than we often realise, especially when it comes to the minerals that keep them functioning. Research suggests that minerals like magnesium, calcium, and trace elements play a crucial role in neurotransmission, energy metabolism, and inflammation control. One natural source delivering this complete mineral spectrum is Aquamin®, a unique marine multi-mineral complex derived from red sea algae.

What Exactly Is Aquamin®?

Aquamin is a plant-based mineral source harvested from red marine algae (Lithothamnion species) off the cold waters of Iceland. Unlike single-mineral supplements, Aquamin contains calcium, magnesium, and over 70 other trace minerals in a naturally balanced matrix. This combination of origin and composition ensures that it delivers clean, bioactive, and sustainably sourced minerals.

Aquamin-Magnesium: The Magnesium-Rich Counterpart

Alongside the original Aquamin, there is also Aquamin-Mg, a complementary marine mineral complex derived directly from concentrated seawater in the same pristine North Atlantic region. While Aquamin provides a broad mineral foundation from red algae, Aquamin-Mg focuses specifically on magnesium, naturally containing about 33% magnesium along with trace elements like calcium, boron, and selenium. It also enhances bioavailability, meaning your body can absorb and use these minerals more efficiently.

The Science Behind Aquamin

Aquamin has been studied for its role in inflammation, bone health, and gut balance, all of which indirectly support cognitive well-being.

  • Bone & joint support: A study published in Phytotherapy Research (O’Gorman et al., 2011) using osteoblast cell cultures found that the marine-derived multi-mineral formula Aquamin enhanced osteoblast mineralisation in vitro, suggesting it may support bone formation at the cellular level.
  • Inflammation: A study published in Phytotherapy Research (Ryan et al., 2010) using cortical glial-enriched cultures found that Aquamin reduced lipopolysaccharide-induced secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines (for example TNF-α and IL-1β), indicating anti-inflammatory effects in neural cell models.
  • Gut health: A study published in Marine Drugs (Crowley et al., 2018) showed that dietary supplementation with a magnesium-rich marine mineral blend significantly enhanced gastrointestinal microbiota diversity in an animal model, highlighting a possible role for marine minerals in modulating the gut microbiome.

Why Combine Aquamin-Mg with Magnesium Glycinate?

While Aquamin-Mg offers a natural, mineral-rich source of magnesium and trace elements from the sea, Magnesium Glycinate provides a highly absorbable form of pure magnesium bound to the amino acid glycine. This pairing brings together the best of both worlds: broad-spectrum marine minerals and targeted bioavailable magnesium. Research has shown that magnesium can provide a calming effect, improve sleep quality, and reduced feelings of stress or fatigue. Together, they create a comprehensive approach to mineral nourishment, supporting the brain, body, and gut as one integrated system.

Natural Sources of Marine Minerals

While Aquamin offers a concentrated source, these minerals are also naturally found in:

  • Seaweed such as kelp, nori, and wakame
  • Shellfish like oysters and mussels
  • Mineral-rich sea salt
  • Leafy greens grown in nutrient-dense soils

Key Takeaway

Aquamin® represents a new wave of nutritional innovation, sustainably sourced, highly bioavailable, and naturally balanced. As research continues to uncover the connection between mineral status, inflammation, and cognitive health, this ocean-derived ingredient offers a simple yet powerful way to support everyday vitality.

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