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.

Magnesium Fact Sheet