The BEST And WORST Forms of Magnesium
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Published 2023-05-09
This leads a lot of people to use supplements to replace low magnesium levels.
But here's the problem:
When you go looking for magnesium supplements you will be met with a huge array of different types. And these types and formulations of magnesium are NOT all created equal.
Let's talk about the best types of magnesium so you can replace lost levels and manage symptoms like fatigue, insomnia, stress, anxiety, depression, and more.
1. Magnesium oxide. This is the cheapest and least effective form and should be avoided!
2. Magnesium citrate. This form is great for treating constipation.
3. Magnesium malate. This is a stimulating form of magnesium great for those with fatigue (don't take it at night!).
4. Magnesium l-threonate. This form of magnesium crosses the blood-brain barrier and is ideal for treating conditions like depression.
5. Magnesium glycinate. This is one of the best all rounded forms for improving whole body magnesium.
6. Magnesium orotate. Magnesium orotate is ideal for improving athletic performance but it doesn't treat constipation.
7. Sucrosomial magnesium. This newer form of magnesium is probably best for improving athletic performance.
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All Comments (21)
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1. Mag oxide - low quality. For constipation but low bioavailability. 2. Mag Citrate - good general mag. 3. Mag malate -mag + malic acid. Can be stimulating so not at night. 4.Mag l threonate - crosses blood brain barrier. Good for depression, headaches, etc but doesn't increase body mag levels. 1500-2000 mg per day. Higher dose required. 5. Mag glycinate - mag + glycine. Brain benefits. He uses this. A high dose is required of 300-400mg per day. Rleaxing. 6. Mag orotate - not water soluble and won't help with constipation. Expensive. 7. Sucrasomial mag - highly absorbed. He hasnt used it much. Very expensive. He recommends mag glycinate or mag citrate.
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When my son was very young, he still wet the bed, and was irritable--even saying the birds singing outside were too loud. Did some research and found these are all syptoms of mag deficiency. Started him on high mag foods and within 24 hrs, he stopped wetting the bed ---and his mood improved. It works FAST--usually within 24 hrs. He only wet the bed one other time-->>when we were on vacation and he had missed his mag for a few days. Can't tell the pediatricians about Magnesium. They don't want to hear it.
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Another great video,clear and easy to understand regarding the different classes of magnesium. Thank you Dr. Child I look for your daily videos.❤️
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1. m oxide AVOID (cheap and low quality) 2. m citrate (laxative properties drawing in water) most excreted 3. m malate (ideal for whole body magnesium but stimulating- not before bed) 4. m l-threonate9 best for cognitive issues, but not for total body and excreted easily) 5. m glycinate (his favorite) 6. m orotate (might help with energy in cells but expensive maybe for athletes) 7. sucrasomial good absorption also $$$
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You are amazing! I've listened to this video several times and sharing with family. Your videos have been the most informative I've watched related to thyroid issues and I can't thank you enough for the information you share with the world!
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This information is EXACTLY what I have needed and been looking for. Great video. 9:46
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Finally, a narrator who gets to the point and gives a list in the description. And has a recommendation. Super video on a much needed supplement for health.
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I think magnesium glycinate is great for most people but I’ve had to temporarily switch to magnesium citrate as I’ve been dealing with an oxalate issue. Since I’ve had nutritional deficiencies in vitamin b6 and b1 my body converts glycinate supplements into extra oxalate in my body :( thankfully citrate is helpful for breaking down oxalate stones! Just something to be aware of
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This is the best video I've seen on the topic of different forms of magnesium. Very informative, clear and on point. Well done!
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Very informative, easy to understand, very helpful.
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Very useful and easy to follow presentation, Doctor. We thank you. btw, the glycinate formulation is widely available from many providers at very reasonable price.
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I get magnesium glycinate made at a biocompounding pharmacy....it has changed my life!If I run out I need to use pain killers for chronic pain...what a blessing it has been for me!!♡
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I love how Thorough this Doctor's explanation was about all the different magnesiums. I know which one I want to try now. Everything is not for everybody. It makes perfect sense. Thank you so much this video was very informative and helpful 😊 👍🏾❤️
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I appreciate your effort in putting this together!
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This is such a great video! Knowledge is power
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Good informtion in a concise format--- very much appreciated. * Display the name of each Mg compound during its discussion. Misspelling plagues the internet.
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I'm a 40 year licensed chiropractor; our profession has a lot of training in clinical nutrition, which I've continued. One of the foremost experts in nutrition is in my profession and I take continuing education hours from him and others. Nutritional biochemistry and physiology are very complex. I grow organic vegetables in mineral-rich soil [from hardwood ashes, compost, etc.], and there's plenty of organically complexed magnesium in the raw kale, etc. that I eat. Many supplements are cheaply made and may not be very absorbable or bioavailable. Strive to eat well; don't just take supplements! That said, some important nutrients you need are not present, or not present in significant quantities in food. Examples are CoQ10, vitamin D3, vitamins K1 and K2.
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Best description I've found so far. Thanks!
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Perfect timing, great video! Thanks ✨️🙏✨️
