Magnesium Mocktail Recipe: Tropical Sunrise (+Video)
Published: August 2024
Need an afternoon pick-me-up? A caffeine-free way to start the day? Treat yourself to a Magnesium Mocktail! Inspired by the colorful gradient that is the tequila sunrise, this non-alcoholic drink is made with Neuro-Mag® Magnesium L-Threonate powder (tropical punch flavor).
Magnesium is a magnificent mineral, important for over 300 biological processes in the body. While some forms of magnesium are recognized for their calming properties, magnesium L-threonate has been studied to support short-term or "working" memory as well as healthy cognitive function.
Magnesium Mocktail Recipe: Tropical Sunrise
This easy-to-make mocktail is made with hydrating, electrolyte-rich ingredients. Plus, it looks sophisticated enough to impress your friends, so make a round for the table at your next gathering. Or try it solo for a "treat yourself" moment.
Ingredients
2 ounces of coconut water
1 scoop of Neuro-Mag® Magnesium L-Threonate powder (tropical punch flavor)
Ice
2 ounces of pineapple juice
1-2 ounces of sparkling water
1 ounce of cranberry juice
Garnish: paper drink umbrella
Preparation
Pour 2 ounces of coconut water into your favorite short cocktail glass. Add 1 scoop of Neuro-Mag® powder and use a frother to combine. Then, add your desired amount of ice, about 6 cubes. Next, add sparkling water, leaving about 2 inches of room at the top. Top with 1 ounce of cranberry juice and add your drink umbrella for decorative flare. Your drink is now ready to enjoy!
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Health benefits of magnesium L-threonate
Also available in capsule form, magnesium L-threonate supplementation offers a variety of benefits to the brain, helping to support your working or "short-term" memory, like remembering where you put your car keys. It also helps with overall cognitive function—so you're less likely to forget the milk next time you're at the grocery store.
How much magnesium should I take?
Each serving of Neuro-Mag® delivers 2,000 mg of magnesium L-threonate, providing 144 mg of elemental magnesium. Therefore, you can take it in combination with other magnesium formulas designed for other health goals you may be looking to support. The RDA for magnesium for men is 420 mg and 320 mg for women. Life Extension generally suggests 500 mg daily from food and supplements for optimal health. Suboptimal magnesium status is common, and it is important to get enough as you age.
References
- Barbagallo M, et al. "Magnesium homeostasis and aging." Magnes Res. December 2009. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20228001/
- Liu G, et al. "Efficacy and Safety of MMFS-01, a Synapse Density Enhancer, for Treating Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial." J Alzheimers Dis. 2016. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26519439/
- Rosanoff A, et al. "Suboptimal magnesium status in the United States: are the health consequences underestimated?" Nutr Rev. March 2012. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22364157/
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