Typical dose
200-400mg daily
Rating
0.0/5
Oral
Oral safety: very low
About this supplement
Magnesium citrate is a compound formed by the combination of magnesium and citric acid. It is known for its high bioavailability, meaning it is easily absorbed by the body. This form of magnesium is often used to support various bodily functions, including muscle and nerve function, blood glucose control, and bone health.
How much to take
- Typical amount
- 200-400mg daily
- Suggested range
- 200-400 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:
- Daytime Energy & Stamina Recovery
- Fatigue & Low Energy Recovery
- Muscle Building & Strength Recovery
- Exercise Recovery & Muscle Soreness Recovery
- Joint Mobility & Stiffness Recovery
- Joint Comfort After Activity Recovery
- Topical Muscle & Joint Comfort Recovery
- Blood Pressure Wellness Longevity
- Circulation & Vascular Comfort Longevity
- Bone Density & Strength Longevity
- Healthy Aging & Cellular Vitality Longevity
- Sun Protection & Photoaging Care Longevity
- Gut Microbiome Balance Digestive health
- Digestive Enzymes & Breakdown Digestive health
- Nausea & Stomach Upset Ease Digestive health
- Regularity & Comfortable Transit Digestive health
- Bloat & Gas Relief Digestive health
- Magnesium Deficiency
- Muscle Cramps
Other forms of Magnesium
Compare absorption and active amounts with sibling forms:
Magnesium
Magnesium Alpha-Ketoglutarate
Magnesium aluminometasilicate
Magnesium ascorbate
Magnesium ascorbate
Magnesium Beta-Hydroxybutyrate
Magnesium borate
Magnesium carbonate
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
Technical details â–¼
Chemical ID (CAS)
778571-57-6
Formula
C6H6MgO7
Physical properties
Magnesium citrate is typically a white crystalline powder, soluble in water, with a slightly bitter taste.
How it’s made
Magnesium citrate is produced by reacting magnesium oxide or magnesium hydroxide with citric acid, resulting in a compound that is more bioavailable than other forms of magnesium.