Are you taking the right kind of Magnesium?

If you don’t have low magnesium levels, no evidence suggests a supplement will provide a measurable benefit.

Ask us if you need it, and how long you need to take it.

Magnesium varieties for specific ailments

Muscle – sulfate
Constipation – citrate
Anxiety, insomnia, chronic stress, and inflammation – glycinate
Joint pain/fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome symptoms – malate
Brain/ depression, Alzheimer’s disease, and age-related memory loss – L-threonate
Digestive /heartburn – oxide
Digestive relax sore muscles (skin cream) – chloride
Reduced blood pressure – taurate
Heart and blood vessel tissue – orotate
Menstrual cramps/ lower prostaglandins – bisglycinate

Dosage and possible side effects

Although rare, magnesium toxicity can occur. You may be at a greater risk if you have kidney disease or consume very large doses of this mineral. Signs of toxicity include:

• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• muscle weakness
• irregular breathing
• lethargy
• urinary retention

It’s always a good idea to consult a healthcare professional before adding dietary supplements.

To learn more about this beneficial mineral, visit the fact sheet page linked below.