Choosing The Right Magnesium

Find the right kind of magnesium for you!
FORM FEATURES CONDITIONS
Food Source Elemental (Sea-Mag) Sources from live algae. Easily absorbed and well tolerated. All conditions
Magnesium Aspartate (Hanan) When combined with potassium, it benefits overstressed muscles. Chronic Fatigue
Magnesium (Bi) Glycinate In studies, this form has excellent bioavailability and a minimal laxative effect. Sometimes combined with magnesium oxide. Muscle cramps, Bone Health, Sleep, Digestion
Magnesium Chelate (Bound to Hydrolyzed Veg Protein) Cost effective. The complex protein may slow down absorption. General health
Magnesium Citrate (Bound to citric acid) Cost effective. Studies show more than half of a supplemental dose is well absorbed by the body. General health
Magnesium Hydroxide (Cleansemore) Not well absorbed into the body so has a strong effect on bowel by drawing water into the colon. Laxative
Magnesium Oxide (Naka, Pure Lab combos) Poorly absorbed so greatest effect is on the bowels by attracting moisture to the colon. Reduce excess stomach acid. Laxative, Antacid
Magnesium Malate (Bound to malic acid) Malic acid plays a role in the citric acid cyle thereby increasing energy production, feeding mitochondria, and reducing pain. Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue
Magnesium Taurate (Bound to taurine) Magnesium and taurine improve cardiac function, regulate blood pressure, and improve insulin resistance. Cardiovascular health, Type 2 Diabetes
Magnesium Threonate (Unified with threonine) This form crosses the blood/brain barrier. Studies show it can improve memory. Dementia, Alzheimer's, Memory Problems
Magnesium / Hawthorn (Naka) Combined for convenience. High or Low Blood Pressure
FOR EXTERNAL USE
Magnesium Chloride Used topically for pain, swelling, and stiffness. May help migraine sufferers when messaged into the base of the neck and shoulders.
Magnesium Sulfate Epsom Salts - in foot baths or bathtubs for detoxification, pain relief, and to reduce inflammation
Research shows that magnesium supplementation can:

  • Improve sleep quality
  • Improve mental health
  • Ease muscle aches/cramps
  • Boost vitamin D absorption
  • Promote bone health
  • Ease bowel movements
  • Dissolve calcium accumulations i.e. bone spurs
  • Relieve migraines
  • Reduce asthma severity

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