Nigari, natural marine magnesium chloride crystals

Discover Celnat Nigari, an unpurified, natural marine magnesium chloride crystal that can be diluted in water for a magnesium course or used as a coagulant to make homemade tofu. Magnesium contributes to normal psychological functions and helps reduce tiredness.

The 100 g bag is a discovery size, ideal for trying out a magnesium course or making tofu.

Why choose Celnat Nigari?

• Natural, unpurified marine magnesium chloride crystals.
• Processed in Japan: dissolved, purified, and crystallized.
• Very low in sodium chloride.
• Quality controls: heavy metal content checked by the supplier, and radioactivity tests carried out by Celnat on every batch since the Fukushima disaster.
• Dual use: for a magnesium course and for making tofu.

Who is it for?

• Adults wishing to take a magnesium course in the form of magnesium chloride.
• Japanese cuisine enthusiasts who make their own tofu.
• Those who prefer a natural, unpurified product in crystal form.

Composition

Ingredient: natural marine magnesium chloride (nigari). May contain traces of gluten-containing cereals, soy, nuts, sesame, and mustard.

How to use it?

• For a magnesium course: dissolve 20 g of crystals in 1 litre of water and store in the refrigerator.
• The taste is very bitter: add lemon juice or dilute further.
• Start gradually: nigari has a laxative effect and should be used under the advice and supervision of a doctor or naturopath.
• Magnesium water: prepare with the diluted solution.
• Tofu: nigari is used as a coagulant to make tofu that is milder and sweeter.

Precautions

• Laxative effect: start gradually.
• Consult a doctor or naturopath before starting a course.
• Not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet.
• Follow the recommended daily dose.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• May contain traces of gluten-containing cereals, soy, nuts, sesame, and mustard.

Frequently asked questions

What is nigari?

It is a natural, unpurified marine magnesium chloride crystal.

Where does it come from?

The product is processed in Japan: dissolved, purified, and crystallized.

How do you prepare the course?

Dissolve 20 g of crystals in 1 litre of water and store in the refrigerator. If the taste is too bitter, add lemon juice or dilute further.

Why is it bitter?

Nigari is naturally very bitter. Lemon juice or further dilution can make it more pleasant to drink.

Can it be used to make tofu?

Yes, nigari is used as a coagulant to make tofu.

Is it tested for radioactivity?

Yes, Celnat has tested every batch for radioactivity since the Fukushima disaster.

Marine magnesium crystals

Natural magnesium chloride, processed in Japan, for magnesium courses and cooking.

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