A small tablet - easy to swallow Mag-Ox 400 tablets are 35% smaller than magnesium chloride tablets (SLOW-MAG**), making it easier to swallow. Additionally, Mag-Ox 400 can be crushed and mixed with liquid or food. Sugar, gluten, carb, and sodium free Mag-Ox 400 provides a concentrated amount of magnesium, without unwanted additives. This may be beneficial for those on restricted diets. Most concentrated form of magnesium Mag-Ox 400 contains the most concentrated form of magnesium available, so that each tablet provides more magnesium than any other leading brand. This leads to fewer and smaller tablets. For example, Mag-Ox 400 has four times the amount of magnesium vs. magnesium chloride (SLOW-MAG**) yet the Mag-Ox 400 tablet is 35% smaller. 80% of people living with type 2 diabetes have a magnesium deficiency.* A magnesium deficiency is commonly seen in type 2 diabetes, because high glucose levels cause magnesium to be flushed from the body. Insulin Levels - In a recent clinical study, four months of magnesium supplementation improved insulin sensitivity**. Magnesium works with glucose to improve insulin regulation. Glucose Control - High blood glucose levels are detrimental to your body. In the same clinical study, four months of magnesium supplementation lowered fasting glucose levels**. Heart Health - Several studies have shown magnesium to lower the risk of developing heart conditions such as coronary artery disease and abnormal heart rhythms***. If you have type 2 diabetes, chances are you have a magnesium deficiency. Even if you eat foods high in magnesium (leafy greens for example), you still may become deficient because type 2 diabetes causes essential nutrients to be flushed from your body. *Carper J. Mighty Magnesium. USAWeekend 2002. Aug 30-Sept 1:4.