Typical dose
100-400 mg daily
Oral
Oral safety: very low
About this supplement
Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in numerous physiological functions, including muscle and nerve function, blood glucose control, and blood pressure regulation. It is involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions in the body, contributing to energy production, protein synthesis, and DNA synthesis.
How much to take
- Typical amount
- 100-400 mg daily
- Suggested range
- 300-400 mg
Potential benefits
Benefits linked to this supplement form:
Things to watch for
Possible side effects linked to this form:
Health goals
Needs and goals this form may help with:
Other forms of Magnesium
Compare absorption and active amounts with sibling forms:
Magnesium Alpha-Ketoglutarate
Magnesium aluminometasilicate
Magnesium ascorbate
Magnesium ascorbate
Magnesium Beta-Hydroxybutyrate
Magnesium borate
Magnesium carbonate
Magnesium Citrate
Magnesium citrate laurate
Magnesium citrate malate
Magnesium citrate oxide
Magnesium Creatine
Magnesium Fructo-Oligosaccharides
Magnesium Glycinate
Magnesium Glycinate (Magnesium Bisglycinate)
Highly bioavailable, well-tolerated magnesium form. Supports muscle, nerve, bone...
Magnesium hydrogen sulfate
Magnesium hydroxide
Magnesium hydroxycitrate
Magnesium L-Threonate
Magnesium Lysinate Glycinate
Highly bioavailable form of magnesium; gentle on the stomach.
Magnesium Malate
Magnesium Octanoate
Magnesium Oligofructose
Magnesium Oxide
Magnesium peroxide
Magnesium Salicylate
Magnesium Silicate
Magnesium stearate
Magnesium Stearate
Magnesium tanshinoate B
Magnesium tartrate
Magnesium Taurate
Magnesium Taurinate
Magnesium threonate
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Chemical ID (CAS)
7439-95-4
Physical properties
Magnesium is a silvery-white metal that is solid at room temperature. It is soluble in water and has a low density.
How it’s made
Magnesium is typically extracted from seawater or mineral deposits through processes such as electrolysis or thermal reduction.