What Is Magnesium and Why Does the Body Need It? An Everyday Guide to Magnesium in SKïP

You have probably seen magnesium mentioned a lot recently.

On food labels. In tablets and powders. And now, in a couple of SKïP cans.

But knowing the name of a mineral and knowing what it actually does are two different things.

Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in everyday functions, including helping your body turn the food you eat into energy.

Our magnesium range contains 188mg of magnesium per can, alongside vitamins B6 and D, in two flavours: Kiwi & Lime and Berry & Cherry.

The magnesium matters. But, as always with SKïP, so does the flavour.

Key Takeaways

• Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in normal functions including energy-yielding metabolism, muscle function and normal functioning of the nervous system.

• The NHS says men aged 19 to 64 need 300mg of magnesium a day, while women in the same age group need 270mg.

• Each SKïP magnesium drink contains 188mg of magnesium alongside vitamins B6 and D.

• Each SKïP magnesium drink comes ready to drink, with no powder to measure or mix.

• Kiwi & Lime and Berry & Cherry are still drinks first. The magnesium is part of what is in the can, but flavour and the actual drinking experience still have to stand on their own.

What Is Magnesium and Why Does the Body Need It?

Magnesium is an essential mineral found naturally in the body and in plenty of everyday foods.

The NHS says magnesium helps turn the food we eat into energy and helps the parathyroid glands work normally. Those glands produce hormones that are important for bone health.

Magnesium also contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism, normal muscle function and normal functioning of the nervous system.

Where Do We Normally Get Magnesium From?

We normally get magnesium from food.

The NHS lists foods including:

• spinach

• nuts

• wholemeal bread

as good sources of magnesium.

And a magnesium drink does not suddenly make ordinary food irrelevant.

The NHS says you should be able to get the magnesium you need from a varied and balanced diet. A magnesium drink can simply sit alongside the magnesium you already get from food.

So Why Has SKïP Put Magnesium in a Drink?

We wanted magnesium to sit inside something that tastes amazing and is super easy to add to your every day routine.

How Much Magnesium Do We Need, and What Does the Percentage on the Label Mean?

For adults aged 19 to 64, the NHS says:

• Men need 300mg of magnesium a day.

• Women need 270mg of magnesium a day.

But there is not one magnesium number that applies to everybody.

The amount you need changes with age, and UK guidance uses different figures for children, teenagers and adults.

You may also see the term RNI, or Reference Nutrient Intake, used when talking about how much of a nutrient different groups need.

Then there is another number you might spot on a nutrition label: 375mg.

This is the adult Nutrient Reference Value, or NRV, used for magnesium on nutrition labels. It gives you a standard number for working out the percentage shown on the label.

The 375mg figure is the adult reference used for magnesium on nutrition labels. It gives you a standard number for working out the percentage shown on the label.

It does not mean everybody personally needs 375mg a day.

So the NHS figures and the figure you see on a nutrition label are not competing answers. They are being used for different things.

How Much Magnesium Does One Can of SKïP Provide?

Each Kiwi & Lime and Berry & Cherry SKïP contains 188mg of magnesium.

Against the 375mg adult reference used for nutrition labelling, that is roughly half.

Food remains an important source of magnesium in your diet. The 188mg simply tells you how much magnesium is in the SKïP can you are drinking.

The numbers look similar, but they are not all measuring the same thing.

The NHS figures relate to how much magnesium adults need, while 375mg is the standard adult reference used on nutrition labels. The 188mg figure simply tells you how much magnesium is in one SKïP can.

Why Did We Choose Kiwi & Lime and Berry & Cherry for Our Magnesium Drinks?

We wanted to blend magnesium into flavours that we know and love!

Kiwi & Lime is the brighter of the two, leading with juicy kiwi and zesty lime, with a hint of pineapple giving it a slightly more tropical finish.

Berry & Cherry goes richer, bringing together cherry with blackcurrant, raspberry and other red-fruit flavours.

If sharper citrus and tropical flavours are normally your thing, start with Kiwi & Lime.

If you tend to go for cherry or mixed berries, Berry & Cherry is your best option!

Does Magnesium Mean SKïP Is Becoming a Supplement Brand?

No. We make drinks.

Our range now includes cold-pressed CBD, Lion’s Mane and magnesium. Whichever functional ingredient is in the can, it still has to be a drink people genuinely want to open.

• That might be with lunch.

• At your desk.

• After being out and about.

• With dinner.

• Or simply because you fancy a cheeky drinks break.

Where Do Magnesium Drinks Fit for SKïP?

Magnesium drinks are a natural progression for our brand as we continue to strive to deliver drinks with function, that actually taste good. 

It was exciting for us to be able to explore more flavours that complement the effects of magnesium too.

FAQs

Can I Get All My Daily Magnesium From One Can of SKïP?

One SKïP magnesium drink contains 188mg of magnesium. That is roughly half of the 375mg adult reference value used for nutrition labelling, but SKïP is not designed to replace magnesium from food. The NHS says you should be able to get the magnesium you need by eating a varied and balanced diet.

Do Pregnant Women Need More Magnesium?

UK nutrition guidance does not set an additional magnesium requirement specifically for pregnancy. That does not mean SKïP is suitable during pregnancy. Our current guidance is that SKïP drinks are not suitable for anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding.

Is the RNI the Same as a Maximum Safe Amount?

No. An RNI is about nutrient requirements. It is not a maximum safe amount. The NHS treats that as a separate question. It says taking high doses of magnesium, more than 400mg, for a short time can cause diarrhoea. It separately advises people taking magnesium supplements not to take too much.

Does Age Affect How Much Magnesium I Need?

Yes. Magnesium needs change with age, so there is not one daily amount that applies to everybody.

What Is the Difference Between the 300mg, 270mg and 375mg Magnesium Figures?

The NHS says men aged 19 to 64 need 300mg of magnesium a day, while women in the same age group need 270mg. The 375mg figure is different. It is the adult Nutrient Reference Value used for magnesium on nutrition labels. So they are not three different answers to the same question. They are figures being used for different purposes.

Can I Get Magnesium From Food as Well as a Drink?

Yes. Magnesium is found naturally in a wide variety of foods. The NHS lists spinach, nuts and wholemeal bread as good sources and says a varied and balanced diet should provide the magnesium you need. A magnesium drink can simply sit alongside the magnesium you already get from food.

Where Can I Check the Official NHS Magnesium Guidance?

The NHS Vitamins and Minerals guidance covers magnesium, including what it does, where you can get it from, adult daily amounts and guidance around having too much.