US lab probed over sports drug Oct 24, 2003
Balco has a number of famous clients for its sport nutrition programmes, which involve testing athletes for deficiencies and treating them with supplements such as iron, zinc and magnesium - which is legal. But the coach who tipped off the authorities about the existence of a new form of illegal steroid, modified to make it undetectable, named Balco as the source of the drug, which is why these grand jury hearings are attracting such attention, our correspondent says (BBC News, UK)
Man at the heart of the THG scandal Oct 24, 2003
...was taken. ZMA is an acronym drawn from the zinc and magnesium included
in one of Balco's nutritional supplements. Conte promoted ... (BBC Sport, UK)
Success coupled with tax difficulties and unraveling family life Oct 25, 2003
SNAC offered nutritional supplements - such as ZMA, a mixture of zinc and magnesium sold in capsules for about $25 per bottle - that Conte said would help correct deficiencies discovered in the BALCO tests and thus enhance physical performance. " Such endorsements have helped Conte smash his own home runs. In a recent e-mail to The Chronicle, he said SNAC has more than 50 companies worldwide distributing ZMA, a zinc and magnesium supplement. He estimated gross retail sales of ZMA over the... (San Francisco Chronicle, CA)
The case for a white wash Nov 7, 2003
It is no more a medicine than calcium or magnesium, which also occur naturally and are routine supplements to our diets because they too give a health benefit. A proportion of the UK population is fortunate to live in areas where fluoride occurs naturally (Guardian, UK)
Wrong diet can contribute to those aching joints Nov 14, 2003
Sugar robs the body of calcium and magnesium. People with arthritis or those prone to inheriting it should also avoid foods in the nightshade family (peppers, eggplant, tomatoes, white potatoes) (Glenwood Springs Post Independent, CO)
Track chiefs set to reveal THG test results Nov 21, 2003
ZMA is an acronym drawn from the zinc and magnesium included in one of Balco???s nutritional supplements. It was while Chambers was training with this group in Germany that his positive test was taken (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Facts on colds, caffeine, chocolate Nov 25, 2003
Your body could have a magnesium deficiency. And one more chocolate truth, the candy contains polyphenol, a powerful cancer-fighting antioxidant also found in red wine (News 14 Charlotte, NC)
Spilling the genes Nov 29, 2003
My father has high blood pressure, and I've inherited a propensity; the answer is less fast food and salt and maybe a bottle of magnesium something-ate from the health-food shop. I won't be getting a blood clot in the near future, and I don't have the polymorphism associated both with Alzheimer's and high cholesterol (The Age, Australia)
Be cautious, FluMist users Dec 4, 2003
My glucosamine supplement contains magnesium stearate listed under "other ingredients" but does not say how much. A: Manganese and magnesium are two different minerals (Biloxi Sun Herald, MS)
DRUGS AND SPORTS Dec 5, 2003
Conte has said BALCO performed sophisticated tests on the blood and urine of athletes and then sold them nutritional aids, including a popular zinc and magnesium supplement called ZMA. to correct deficiencies (San Francisco Chronicle, CA)
Bonds gives testimony in grand jury doping probe Dec 5, 2003
"I visit BALCO every three to six months. They check my blood to make sure my levels are where they should be. Maybe I need to eat more broccoli than I normally do. Maybe my zinc and magnesium intakes need to increase," Bonds told the magazine. "Victor will call me to make sure I'm taking my supplements, and my trainer Greg will sit near my locker and stare at me if I don't begin working out right away. I have these guys pushing me." (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Mogul in the middle Dec 9, 2003
" Conte said he and Baum, who did not return phone calls, couldn't find funding for the study. He then thought about "revising the formulation and thought it might be a good idea to add some magnesium and B-6 to the formula. It was a coincidence that the word 'magnesium' started with an 'M' and that it could easily be substituted for the word 'monomethionine (Fresno Bee, CA)
Aquagen Int. To Acquire Quantum Laboratories Dec 11, 2003
It is a combination of oxygen, magnesium peroxide and Vitamin C, working together to help cleanse and energize the body's cells and rid the body of toxins and nourish it with important nutrients. Aquagen is listed on the Pink Sheet Exchange (Macon Area Online, GA)
Barry Bonds: Anatomy of a scandal Dec 24, 2003
His Burlingame Bay Area Laboratory Co-Operative (BALCO) sold sophisticated blood- and urine-testing services to athletes, and a subsidiary offered an array of supplements, including the popular zinc and magnesium product, ZMA.. Making a go of it in the fiercely competitive nutritional supplements business wasn't easy, but Conte was charismatic and a master networker (Seattle Post Intelligencer, WA)
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Homepage > Science tion > Magnesium to cut. Magnesium to cut type 2 diabetes (Food Navigator, France)
Rusedski test surprises Corretja Jan 8, 2004
"It's surprising that a guy would take something different. "I understand people are taking small supplements like vitamins, or magnesium, but someone taking something to win tournaments or matches would be really serious. "I know Greg and I think it sounds really strange, because the way he plays I don't think he needs any supplements because he really plays an aggressive game. "I've got to give him the benefit of the doubt because I know him and I would be pretty surprised if the guy has... (Nzoom.com, New Zealand)
Indictments likely in doping scandal BALCO founder, trainer for Barry Bonds are expected to face charges, sources say Feb 12, 2004
"I visit BALCO every three to six months. They check my blood to make sure my levels are where they should be. Maybe I need to eat more broccoli than I normally do. Maybe my zinc and magnesium intakes need to increase and I need more ZMA" (a zinc and magnesium supplement). The scandal, which has touched primarily Major League Baseball, the National Football League and track and field, took on an even bigger national scope when President Bush invoked the problem of steroid use during his State... (SFGate.com -- Sports Breaking News)
U.S. plans indictments in stealth steroid case Feb 12, 2004
"They check my blood to make sure my levels are where they should be. Maybe I need to eat more broccoli than I normally do. Maybe my zinc and magnesium intakes need to increase. Victor will call me to make sure I'm taking my supplements, and my trainer Greg will sit near my locker and stare at me if I don't begin working out right away." Conte is no stranger to the spotlight. When four separate tests before the 2000 Sydney Olympics showed that the U.S. shot putter C.J. Hunter had 1,000 times... (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Four charged in scheme to distribute steroids Feb 14, 2004
Maybe my zinc and magnesium intakes need to increase," Bonds said in last June's issue of Muscle ss magazine."Victor will call me to make sure I'm taking my supplements, and my trainer Greg will sit near my locker and stare at me if I don't begin working out right away. I have these guys pushing me," he said.Steroids are compounds that are similar to the male hormone testosterone and are used by athletes to get bigger, stronger and faster than they can through traditional training.Health... (Ocala Star-Banner)
Corretja backs boycott if Rusedski found guilty Feb 18, 2004
" Corretja added that he takes an allergy medication, ointment for chapped lips, a multivitamin, two vitamin C tablets and one or two magnesium tablets each day. "Playing tennis every day is tough. It's not impossible I could test positive for stuff like this. (ABC News Online, Australia -- Sport )
BALCO lawyers ask for probe Mar 7, 2004
One of them is ZMA, which contains zinc, magnesium and vitamin B-6. Does Schwarzenegger use any of Conte's products. (Sacramento Bee -- Sports)
ScienceBlog.com Apr 8, 2004
Almost 30 percent of all men surveyed said they used vitamins and supplements associated with prostate health or possible cancer preventative properties, including beta carotene, finasteride, flaxseed oil, green tea, magnesium, male hormones, saw palmetto, selenium, soy, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E and zinc. The most commonly used CAMs were saw palmetto, selenium, vitamin C, vitamin E and zinc. (Google News UK -- Health)
Gutkha makers face trouble Jan 8, 2005
PUNE: The Maharashtra food and drug administration (FDA) has started issuing show-cause closure notices to gutkha manufacturers for failing to respond to an earlier circular regarding the use of magnesium carbonate in their products. Speaking to TNN from Mumbai, FDA commissioner A. Ramakrishna said that the notices were being issued after manufacturers failed to clarify on the quantum of magnesium carbonate used by the January 1, 2005 deadline ... The FDA's circular, dated November 2004, was... (Times of India)
Designer Steroid Doping Scandal Oct 24, 2003
His biggest seller is a zinc and magnesium supplement he claims increases "hormone levels and muscle strength". But David Lightsey of the National Council Against Health Fraud says no supplement can build substantial amounts of new muscle (CBS Evening NEws)
HOMEO'S WHERE THE HEART IS: HOW CAN I GET OFF TO SLEEP? Oct 8, 2003
A deficiency of calcium and magnesium can result in waking and not being able to fall asleep again. A lack of magnesium may be at the root of it (The Wharf, UK)
AMARILLO: GREENE RECEIVES TEXAS A&M SYSTEM REGENTS FELLOW AWARD Dec 23, 2003
Early in his career, Greene helped identify nutritional management solutions to reduce or eliminate a metabolic disorder, resulting from magnesium and calcium deficiencies, known as grass tetany, that affected some 4 percent of the beef cow herd annually. His studies showed that a feed additive could be included in the mineral supplements to increase dietary absorption, particularly magnesium that helped prevent the disease (AgNews, TX)
State's only deer farm gets sudden boost from mad cow scare Jan 3, 2004
His deer live on grass and hay, with no additives except for mineral supplements in the grain -- selenium, magnesium, and copper. Barnatowicz, who at 58 still bears a full head of shaggy blond hair, got the idea for the deer farm -- the only one in Rhode Island -- when the taxes quadrupled on his 70 acres on Smith Road in the Harrisville section (Providence Journal (subscription)
Vitamins, supplements can bring mixed health results Nov 24, 2003
Groeger passed around a handout which discussed vitamins C and E, capsaicin (Cayenne pepper), chromium, magnesium and even cinnamon as possible enhancements to diabetic treatment. Other herbs and supplements could be dangerous to diabetics due to the body's reaction to the substance or because of an interaction with other drugs (Black Hills Pioneer, SD)
Look and Feel Younger by Avoiding the Top Contributors to Aging, ... Dec 19, 2003
Studies have consistently shown that heavy consumers of soft drinks (with or without sugar) lose huge amounts of calcium, magnesium and other necessary trace minerals into their urine. Additionally, distilled water will tend to leach healthy minerals from your body, which is very difficult to compensate for in the long run, even with mineral supplements (Mercola, Illinois)
Life, love and autism: A tale of one couple's journey Jan 11, 2004
Like other autistic children, he tested high for copper and toxic metals and low in zinc, calcium, magnesium and a range of vitamins. They put him on supplements (St. Paul Pioneer Press, MN)
Nutrition advice for people with arthritis Oct 11, 2003
For example, antacids, taken sometimes to reduce stomach irritation, can contain high levels of calcium, sodium and magnesium. Glucocorticoids prescribed to treat rheumatoid arthritis can cause your body to lose potassium and retain sodium (Pittsburg Morning Sun, KS)
Steroid testing may uncover more cheaters Oct 17, 2003
Conte is well known for selling a zinc and magnesium preparation reputed to boost testosterone. The International Association of Athletics Federations is standing by for the B-test results on the U.S. athletes (The Globe and Mail, Canada)
Bonds' trainer, 3 others indicted Feb 13, 2004
He was quoted in Muscle & Fitness magazine as saying he visits the lab regularly to learn whether his body needs more of substances such as magnesium, zinc and broccoli. The indictment does not say ZMA, BALCO's zinc-and-magnesium supplement, is illegal. (Sacramento Bee -- Sports)
Dairy Intake Tied to Bone Strength in Older Men Nov 2, 2004
Calcium was the main dairy nutrient associated with bone mineral density, the researchers found, but intake of other nutrients found in dairy foods, such as magnesium and phosphorous, were also linked to stronger bones. "Considering the large numbers of dairy nutrients that were positively related to bone health in the cross-sectional study, it would be expected that consumption of adequate dairy products would be more beneficial than supplementation with 1 or 2 individual nutrients," the... (MEDLINEplus)
Calcium May Reduce Kidney Stone Risk in Young Women Apr 28, 2004
Dietary levels of phytate, a salt that contains magnesium and calcium, was also tied to a decreased risk of stone formation. The risk reduction between women with the highest and the lowest levels of phytate intake was even higher than that seen with dietary calcium--37. (MEDLINEplus)
This Week: A compound for heart health Apr 28, 2004
The hard-shell capsule in each pack has B complex vitamins, niacin, magnesium, zinc, black tea extracts and policosanol. What's known: Assessing as many as 18 different potentially bioactive substances compounded in one product "is always confusing," said Dr. Philippe Szapary, an assistant professor at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and a clinical researcher on diet and supplements in preventive cardiology. (Newsday -- Health)
Olive oil has many uses in the kitchen May 27, 2004
mugline hereQ: What is the connection between magnesium and blood pressure. A: Magnesium is a mineral needed by every cell in the body ... Approximately half of your body's magnesium stores are inside in the cells of body tissue and organs, and the remainder is combined with calcium and phosphorous in bone. (Ocala Star-Banner, FL)
Strong Medicine for Stubborn Headaches Jun 9, 2004
He recommends patients try relaxation techniques such as biofeedback, do regular aerobic exercise, and take supplements such as magnesium, riboflavin and the herb feverfew. He even injects Botox, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved wrinkle fighter, in some patients to prevent migraine. (Forbes)
The Globe and Mail Jun 18, 2004
Jones used and endorsed a BALCO supplement of zinc and magnesium. She and partner and fellow U.S. sprinter Tim Montgomery, who is being formally investigated by USADA, also invited scrutiny and suspicion when they briefly trained with Toronto's Charlie Francis, the former coach of disgraced Canadian sprinter Ben Johnson. (Google News -- Top Stories)
Vitamin E Alone Does Not Help Control Asthma Aug 2, 2004
"Increased dietary vitamin E intake is associated with a reduced incidence of asthma, Dr. Andrew Fogarty and colleagues from Nottingham City Hospital note in the August issue of Thorax. In addition, combinations of antioxidant supplements that contain vitamin E have been effective in reducing bronchoconstriction induced by ozone. This prompted the team to examine the effect of 500 mg/day natural vitamin E versus placebo (sugar pill) on asthma symptoms in 72 adults with mild to moderate asthma.... (Yahoo News -- Health)
Itronics Reports Positive Gross Profit for First Half of 2004, Key Milestone in Company's History Aug 17, 2004
GOLD'n GRO product development is continuing with two new fertilizers being developed, a high magnesium content liquid fertilizer and a calcium plus magnesium liquid fertilizer. These liquid fertilizers are technically more complex than the other GOLD'n GRO fertilizers and so their development was delayed until the basic line of GOLD'n GRO fertilizers was completed. (Yahoo Finance -- Waste Management Services)
Blaine Pharmaceuticals reformulates Mag-Ox Oct 15, 2004
Blaine Pharmaceuticals, a Fort Wright over-the-counter pharmaceutical distributor, has reformulated its Mag-Ox 400 magnesium supplement ... Rich Razgaitis, Blaine Pharmaceuticals president, said this means consumers will get more magnesium with every dose ... In general, only between 38 percent and 48 percent of the magnesium found in generic supplements dissolves, Razgaitis said. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Safin crushes Nalbandian for fourth Masters win Oct 25, 2004
The test showed a magnesium deficiency, for which Henman will take supplements for a month. Few would disagree that the 24-year-old Safin has the talent and athleticism to be a fixture around the top of the game, if not above the magnificent Roger Federer, the world No 1. (The Independent, UK -- Sport)
Jidkova scoffs at Serena Oct 28, 2004
Henman has been taking magnesium supplements to boost his strength since blood tests showed he was low on the mineral. The only seeded player to lose Wednesday was No. 8 Fernando Gonzalez, an Olympic gold medalist in doubles and bronze medalist in singles. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Fatigued Henman wins in Switzerland Oct 28, 2004
He has been taking magnesium supplements to boost his strength since blood tests showed he was low on the mineral. Enditem. (Xinhuanet, China -- Sports)
Henman rolls in opening round in Basel Oct 28, 2004
Henman, who is still seeking enough points to secure a berth in the Tennis Masters Cup in Houston on Nov. 15, has been taking magnesium supplements since blood tests showed he had a deficiency. Olympic doubles gold medalist Fernando Gonzalez, seeded eighth, lost to qualifier Jerome Haehnel of France 6-3, 6-4. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Swiss Indoors: Koubek topples Gaudio Oct 29, 2004
"It was closer than I would have liked it to be," said Henman, who has been taking supplements for a magnesium deficiency that fatigued him in Madrid last week. "It was a long match and it's a good sign that I'm feeling in pretty good shape. The telltale sign will be how I feel tomorrow morning.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Safin states intent with demolition job on Coria Nov 17, 2004
"But we have been understandably too afraid to take anything." The British No 1 was treated recently for a magnesium deficiency. Since Greg Rusedski, the British No 2, was exonerated after testing positive for nandrolone, a banned anabolic steroid, an extensive investigation has been carried out to trace the source of the problem. (The Independent, UK -- Sport)
Not-so-hot diet Apr 21, 2004
My acupuncturist suggested a magnesium supplement to curb chocolate cravings and a chromium supplement to help with my sugar highs and lows. Chromium helps regulate blood-sugar levels and I have never taken such a magic pill as my 500 mg chromium supplement. (The Daily, WA)
Gutkha
makers mis-declaring contents: police Feb 12, 2005
"Gutkha could be sold under the names of supari , paan masala or mouth-freshener. Manufacturers are punishable if they are found containing magnesium carbonate that causes cancer," a police officer at Borivli said. In the past few days, police officials have seized gutkha worth Rs 6 million from different parts of Maharahstra. (India Times, India)
Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) Part T... Nov 10, 2004
Be careful to taking too many minerals such as iron, magnesium, potassium, and calcium, can interfere with the body's ability to effectively use other minerals and could cause toxicity. Always ask your doctor for advice on taking mineral supplements. (Suite101.com)
Simple Steps in Youth Boost Bones in Old Age Nov 30, 2004
Besides calcium, she listed phosphorous, magnesium, zinc -- "what I call a 'bone soup,' a kind of matrix that supports bone, allows for the creation of enzymes and different proteins needed to keep that bone healthy.". Calcium remains the most important factor in bone-healthy diets, with current U.S. Department of Agriculture ( - ) guidelines recommending that children consume the equivalent of 2 cups of milk per day, and adults take in the equivalent of 3 cups daily. (Yahoo News -- Health)
Success Of New Treatment Halts International Blood Pressure Drug Trial Dec 14, 2004
(August 24, 1998) -- Magnesium supplements have a small but significant effect on lowering blood pressure, according to a study in this month's Hypertension: Journal of the American Heart. . (Science Daily)
Raw food eaters thin but healthy Mar 30, 2005
Last Updated: Tuesday, 29 March, 2005, 11:21 GMT 12:21 UK. Fresh vegetables are a good source of vitamins. (BBC News -- Health)
Older Kids Replace Milk With Soda, Sugary Drinks Apr 4, 2005
Milk was a leading source of calcium and other nutrients (phosphorus, magnesium, and potassium) for all age groups. By sidelining milk, older children and teens could fall short in those areas, say the researchers. (Fox News)
How diet can change your blood pressure Jun 9, 2004
For years, researchers studied the effects of single nutrients -- such as calcium and magnesium -- on blood-pressure lowering ... This DASH diet provides food choices that are high in fibre, calcium, magnesium and potassium, all of which have been associated with lower blood pressure ... What's in it: Potassium; Magnesium; Fibre. (The Globe and Mail, Canada)
Research suggests calcium from the right sources aids in weight ... May 14, 2004
"There's some feeling that it's the complete package of dairy that provides the benefits: protein, which enhances the absorption; phosphorus in balance; vitamin D, magnesium ...". Nutritionists see the promise of milk as weight-loss food as a hook that will help and can't hurt. (Fort Wayne News Sentinel, IN)
Epidemic of Heart Disease Linked to Low Magnesium Mar 11, 2005
LOS ANGELES, March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- According to Mildred S. Seelig, M.D., author of The Magnesium Factor, "Most modern heart disease is caused by magnesium deficiency. A vast and convincing body of research, largely ignored, has convinced us and many of our colleagues of this fact. The diet of the industrial world is short on magnesium, and this is causing an epidemic of heart disease in the modern world." Peter Gillham, leading nutritional researcher, became informed on magnesium through his... (PR Newswire)
How to achieve ageless aging Jan 18, 2005
Fruit, vegetables and bone loss: Eating alkaline-producing foods -- potassium, magnesium and fruit and vegetables -- helps protect your bones, says a 1999 study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Researchers found that eating more of these foods increased the hip and forearm bone density of elderly participants taking part in the Framingham Heart Study. (Stamford Advocate)
A little chocolate may help your heart Feb 13, 2005
Cocoa is a rich source of magnesium, which is known to improve heart health and insulin sensitivity ... For pure pleasure, I'll stick with dark chocolate and cocoa, both of which are higher in antioxidants and magnesium than milk chocolate ... Cocoa is really an incredible bargain: lots of antioxidants and magnesium for fewer calories than chocolate. (Fredericksburg Free Lance-Star, VA)
AmeriCares helps save lives around the globe Dec 5, 2004
Her company provides AmeriCares with nonprescription substances, including antimicrobial medication, laxatives and magnesium supplements. "It's our way of sharing our product with the ill and needy," she said. (Greenwich Time)
Maharashtra bans unbranded chilli Mar 5, 2005
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2005. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2005 03:28:06 AM. (India Times, India -- Intl Business)
Commissioners hold October meeting Nov 4, 2004
The county will be using magnesium chloride on the road going to the rubblesite to eliminate stirring up dust on the road. The expense will be shared with the city. (Miller Press, SD)
Government 'has given in to EU ban on health food supplements' Jan 3, 2005
Ms Caplin told MPs at a protest meeting that the directive will ban the sale of supplements containing calcium, magnesium and boron used for strengthening brittle bones and by patients with hip replacements; nutrient supplements and antioxidants for cancer sufferers; food supplements to reduce obesity; and folic acid supplements for women to reduce neural tube defects such as spina bifida in babies. Health ministers have assured consumers, retailers and manufacturers of health foods that they... (The Independent, UK)
Judge offers hope of reprieve for 5,000 vitamins and health foods Apr 6, 2005
Magnesium ascorbate: non-acidic vitamin C used to help wound-healing. Tocotrienols: natural components of vitamin E taken to neutralise damaging free radicals. (Times Online)
