Magnesium:
Symptoms, Forms & Benefits









Symptoms of Low Magnesium
- Anxiety
- Weakness
- Depression
- Menstrual Problems
- Headache
- Irritability
- Sleep Problems
- Muscle Spasms
- Leg Cramps
- Poor Memory
- Constipation
- Weight Gain
- Insulin Resistance & Diabetes
- Kidney Stones
- Asthma
- Chronic Fatigue
- Osteoporosis
- Hypertension
- Heart Disease
- Pregnancy Complications
Forms of Magnesium Supplements
Most people cannot get enough magnesium from diet alone. There are many different forms of magnesium supplements that have distinct effects on the body.
Find out which one is right for you...
- Magnesium Citrate
Magnesium bound to citric acid. Magnesium citrate is one of the most well-absorbed and most commonly used forms of magnesium. It is best known as a powerful laxative. Magnesium citrate pulls water into the bowel, helping to flush waste out of the body. It is considered a safe option for the occasional relief of constipation.
Magnesium bound to glycine (an amino acid.) Magnesium glycinate is the other best-loved and best-absorbed form of magnesium. Magnesium glycinate is known to ease anxiety, enhance sleep, improve memory and boost IQ. Magnesium glycinate also helps with PMS, cramps, fibrocystic breasts, pain and cravings. It is the best option for most people for regular, long term use because it is both gentle and well-absorbed.
- Magnesium L-Threonate
Magnesium L-threonate is a newer option that was specifically formulated to cross the blood-brain barrier. As such, it has specific benefits for brain health. Magnesium L-threonate is believed to reduce the risk of age-related memory loss and cognitive decline and to improve learning and memory.
- Magnesium Chloride
Magnesium chloride is applied topically to relieve cramps and pain. It also soothes anxiety, relieves heartburn and improves sleep. When applied topically, magnesium directly enters the bloodstream. This is a great option for people who do not absorb nutrients well.
- Magnesium Sulfate
Magnesium sulfate is commonly known as Epsom salt. It is added to bath water to ease muscle pain and promote relaxation. When taken internally, magnesium sulfate is the most potent laxative of all forms of magnesium.
- Magnesium Malate
Magnesium bound to malic acid. This form of magnesium is recommended for people who suffer from fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome because it helps the body produce energy. In fact, this is the one form of magnesium that can interfere with sleep if taken too late in the day. Magnesium malate is also easy to digest and promotes regular bowel movements.
- Magnesium Oxide
Magnesium bound to oxygen. Magnesium oxide can be used for short term relief of specific ailments, like constipation and heartburn, but it has very poor absorbability and is not recommended for raising magnesium levels.










Magnesium Glycinate
References
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6316205/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4586582/
https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ije/2018/9041694/
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