The Alkalising Mineral Powder That Does It All

Modern life is acidic — literally. High-protein diets, stress, sedentary habits, processed foods, and even intense exercise all generate acid load in the body, placing a constant burden on the buffering systems that maintain the slightly alkaline pH essential for optimal cellular function. Basica Mineral Essentials is one of Australia's most trusted alkalising mineral formulas: a comprehensive, practitioner-developed powder delivering the full spectrum of essential minerals in their most bioavailable, citrate-based forms — designed to restore mineral balance, support acid-base homeostasis, and nourish the body at a foundational level.

This is not a single-mineral supplement. It is a complete mineral ecosystem in a single daily serve.

Why Alkalising Minerals Matter

The body maintains blood pH within a very narrow range (7.35–7.45) — a process called acid-base homeostasis. When the diet and lifestyle generate excess acid, the body draws on its mineral reserves — particularly calcium, magnesium, and potassium — to neutralise and buffer that acid load. Over time, this chronic mineral drain contributes to:

• Bone density loss (calcium and magnesium leached from skeletal stores)
• Muscle fatigue, cramping, and poor recovery
• Kidney stone formation (particularly uric acid and calcium oxalate stones)
• Reduced cellular energy production
• Heightened stress reactivity and poor sleep
• Impaired enzyme function across hundreds of metabolic pathways

Basica Mineral Essentials directly addresses this drain — replenishing the alkalising minerals the body uses to maintain pH balance, while simultaneously supporting the enzymatic, neurological, and metabolic functions that depend on adequate mineral status.

The Formula — Every Mineral, Every Role

Calcium — 400 mg (as lactate pentahydrate & carbonate)

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body, with 99% stored in bone and teeth. Beyond its structural role, calcium is essential for nerve impulse transmission, muscle contraction (including the heart), blood clotting, and intracellular signalling. Basica provides calcium in two complementary forms — the highly soluble lactate pentahydrate for rapid absorption, and carbonate for its alkalising buffering capacity — delivering 400 mg elemental calcium per serve.

Magnesium — 262 mg (as carbonate & citrate)

Magnesium is the mineral most commonly depleted by modern diets and stress, and the one with the broadest functional reach — involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions. Basica delivers 262 mg elemental magnesium per serve across two forms:

• Magnesium carbonate — an alkalising form that contributes to the formula's acid-buffering capacity
• Magnesium citrate — one of the most bioavailable forms, with superior absorption compared to oxide

Together they support energy production (ATP synthesis), muscle relaxation, nervous system regulation, blood glucose control, protein synthesis, and the activation of vitamin D.

Potassium — 130 mg (as citrate)

Potassium citrate is one of the most important alkalising agents in the formula. In the kidney, potassium citrate is metabolised to bicarbonate — directly raising urinary pH and reducing the acid load excreted by the kidneys. This is clinically significant for kidney stone prevention, gout management, and the preservation of bone density. Potassium also regulates fluid balance, nerve conduction, and cardiac rhythm.

Sodium — 150 mg (as citrate)

Sodium citrate contributes to the formula's alkalising action and supports electrolyte balance — essential for hydration, nerve function, and the maintenance of blood volume. Unlike sodium chloride (table salt), sodium citrate is alkalising rather than acid-forming, making it an ideal sodium source in an alkalising mineral formula.

Vitamin C — 80 mg (as ascorbic acid)

Vitamin C is included as a cofactor for collagen synthesis, immune function, and iron absorption — and as an antioxidant that protects the mineral-rich formula from oxidation. It also enhances the absorption of non-haem minerals and supports adrenal function, making it a natural complement to the stress-buffering minerals in this formula.

Zinc — 5 mg (as citrate)

Zinc citrate is one of the most bioavailable forms of zinc — a mineral essential for immune function, wound healing, protein synthesis, DNA repair, taste and smell, and the activity of over 300 enzymes. Zinc deficiency is widespread and is associated with impaired immunity, poor skin health, hormonal imbalance, and reduced cognitive function.

Selenium — 30 mcg (as sodium selenite)

Selenium is a trace mineral with outsized importance as a cofactor for glutathione peroxidase — the body's primary antioxidant enzyme system. It is essential for thyroid hormone metabolism (conversion of T4 to active T3), immune function, and the protection of cellular membranes from oxidative damage. Australia's soils are notably selenium-deficient, making supplementation particularly relevant for Australians.

Activated Vitamin B2 — 1.4 mg (as riboflavin sodium phosphate)

Riboflavin-5-phosphate is the active, coenzyme form of vitamin B2 — bypassing the conversion step required by standard riboflavin and ensuring direct availability for cellular energy production (as FAD and FMN cofactors in the electron transport chain), glutathione recycling, and the metabolism of other B vitamins including B6, folate, and niacin.

Chromium — 40 mcg (as chromic chloride)

Chromium potentiates the action of insulin, enhancing glucose uptake into cells and supporting healthy blood sugar regulation. It is particularly relevant for those with insulin resistance, carbohydrate cravings, or metabolic syndrome — and is a thoughtful inclusion in a formula designed to support overall metabolic health.

Molybdenum — 50 mcg (as sodium molybdate)

Molybdenum is a trace mineral cofactor for several critical enzymes including sulphite oxidase (essential for sulphur amino acid metabolism and sulphite detoxification), xanthine oxidase (involved in uric acid metabolism), and aldehyde oxidase (involved in drug and toxin metabolism). It is rarely included in mineral formulas, making its presence in Basica a mark of genuine formulation sophistication.

Who May Benefit Most

• High-protein or ketogenic dieters — whose diets generate significant acid load requiring mineral buffering
• Athletes & active individuals — for electrolyte replenishment, muscle recovery, and lactic acid buffering
• Those under chronic stress — stress depletes magnesium, potassium, and zinc at an accelerated rate
• Kidney stone formers — potassium and sodium citrate raise urinary pH and reduce stone-forming risk
• Gout sufferers — alkalising minerals support uric acid excretion and reduce crystal formation
• Bone health support — calcium, magnesium, and potassium working together for skeletal integrity
• Those with poor dietary mineral intake — a comprehensive daily mineral foundation
• Thyroid health — selenium for T4-to-T3 conversion and iodine-sparing antioxidant protection
• Blood sugar regulation — chromium and magnesium supporting insulin sensitivity

The Citrate Advantage

The majority of minerals in Basica are delivered in citrate form — and this is not incidental. Citrate salts offer three distinct advantages over cheaper mineral forms like oxides and carbonates:

1. Superior bioavailability — citrate minerals are more soluble and better absorbed, particularly in individuals with low stomach acid (a common issue in older adults and those on proton pump inhibitors)
2. Alkalising activity — citrate is metabolised to bicarbonate in the body, directly contributing to acid-base buffering
3. Kidney stone protection — urinary citrate inhibits the crystallisation of calcium oxalate and uric acid, reducing stone formation risk

Dietary Attributes

Basica Mineral Essentials is dairy-free, gluten-free, lactose-free, soy-free, and vegetarian-friendly — suitable for a wide range of dietary preferences and requirements.

Key Features at a Glance

• ✦ Comprehensive alkalising mineral powder — calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, zinc, selenium, chromium & molybdenum
• ✦ Predominantly citrate-based minerals — superior bioavailability & alkalising activity
• ✦ 262 mg elemental magnesium per serve (carbonate + citrate)
• ✦ 400 mg elemental calcium per serve
• ✦ Potassium & sodium citrate for urinary alkalisation & kidney stone prevention
• ✦ Selenium for thyroid & glutathione peroxidase support
• ✦ Chromium for insulin sensitivity & blood sugar regulation
• ✦ Molybdenum for sulphite & uric acid metabolism
• ✦ Activated vitamin B2 (riboflavin-5-phosphate) for cellular energy
• ✦ Dairy-free, gluten-free, lactose-free & vegetarian
• ✦ 300 g powder — approximately 30 serves
• ✦ By Bio-Practica — practitioner-grade Australian formulation

This product is intended to support general wellbeing. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your healthcare practitioner before commencing any new supplement, particularly if you have an existing health condition or are taking medication.