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Exploring the Importance of Magnesium in Well-Being

A new professional organization, the Clinical Magnesium (Mg) Well-Being Research Society, is set to launch its activities in 2026. This initiative aims to delve into magnesium's clinical value from both medical and well-being perspectives. Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in numerous enzyme reactions required for vital bodily functions such as energy metabolism (ATP), neurotransmission, and protein synthesis. The society's primary objective is to systematically explore the medical roles of magnesium and its applications in clinical settings and preventative medicine, ultimately working towards improving the quality of life (QOL).

To mark the establishment of the society, the first meeting titled "Inaugural Meeting of the Clinical Mg Well-Being Research Society" will be held on March 28, 2026, in Tokyo. This event will bring together medical professionals including doctors, dentists, nurses, pharmacists, and dietitians across various fields to learn from each other and bridge the gap between research and clinical practice.

Meeting Overview

The first meeting will share the goals of the society and outline future activities. Here are the details:

• - Event Title: Inaugural Meeting of the Clinical Mg Well-Being Research Society
• - Date: March 28, 2026 (Saturday)
• - Time: 17:30 - 19:00
• - Venue: TKP Tokyo Station Conference Center
• - Address: 1-8-16 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo (1-minute walk from JR Tokyo Station Yaesu Central Exit)

Program (Tentative)

1. Opening Remarks: The Future of Well-Being Targeted by the Society
2. Guest Speech: "The Role of Magnesium in Nutritional Therapy"
- Dr. Atsukata Yanagisawa, President of the Japan Orthomolecular Medicine Association
3. Special Lecture: "The Medicine of Reconnection as Demonstrated by Evolutionary History: Magnesium's Role in Vitamin and Mineral Metabolism"
- Dr. Hiroshi Iizuka, President of Medical Stress Care Iizuka Clinic
4. Global Report: "How Magnesium Saved Me: Current Trends and Insights Behind the Formation of This Society"
- Takatoshi Kamada, CEO of Organic Science Co., Ltd.
5. Guest Speech: "Thirty Years of Clinical Research on Magnesium: Progress and Hope Revealed"
- Dr. Kuninobu Yokota, Visiting Professor at Tokyo Jikei University School of Medicine
6. Discussion and Q&A
7. Closing Remarks and Future Activities of the Society

Prominent individuals, such as Dr. Atsukata Yanagisawa, former president of the International Orthomolecular Medicine Association, and Dr. Kuninobu Yokota, who has conducted extensive research on the relationship between magnesium and health, will contribute to the discussions.

Research Society's Activity Policy

The Clinical Mg Well-Being Research Society is founded on the objective of clarifying the relationship between magnesium's clinical value and well-being, and how this knowledge can assist in enhancing quality of life in medical settings. The society will focus on three main pillars:

• - Scientific Exploration: Organizing and sharing findings from domestic and international magnesium research.
• - Clinical Application: Considering the use of magnesium to improve symptoms and enhance quality of life in clinical practice.
• - Awareness Campaigns: Educating both medical professionals and the general public to disseminate knowledge about magnesium's benefits.

Message from the Society's President

Dr. Hiroshi Iizuka, the president of the Clinical Mg Well-Being Research Society, highlights the essential role magnesium plays in the development of a healthy mind and body. Historically, it has been an "invisible star" in all physiological functions dating back to the origins of life. However, awareness of its importance in the medical field is still lacking.

He emphasizes that the future of medical practice is evolving beyond merely treating diseases; it aims to create an environment conducive to healthy living. The society will promote collaboration across professions, bridging cutting-edge research with clinical application to widely communicate the value of magnesium, which is a cornerstone for life.

President's Profile

Dr. Hiroshi Iizuka
Director of Medical Stress Care Iizuka Clinic, specializes in psychiatry. After joining the psychiatry department at Tottori University, he has been engaged in research on treatment-resistant depression and addiction. He has served as the representative of the Clinical CBD Oil Research Association and a director of the Japan Orthomolecular Medicine Association. He authored the book "Life Habits That Strengthen Mental Health" published by Achievement.

For more information, please reach out to the office of the Clinical Mg Well-Being Research Society:
Address: 20th Floor, Marunouchi Trust Tower Main Building, 1-8-3 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Email: [email protected]
Website: mgwellbeing.jp