{"id":15243,"date":"2022-06-14T15:21:50","date_gmt":"2022-06-14T15:21:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.personanutrition.com\/blog\/?p=15243"},"modified":"2023-05-17T01:24:14","modified_gmt":"2023-05-17T01:24:14","slug":"what-type-of-magnesium-is-right-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.personanutrition.com\/blog\/what-type-of-magnesium-is-right-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"What type of magnesium is right for you?"},"content":{"rendered":"Feeling stressed, fatigued, moody or even backed up? Magnesium might be what you need! It\u2019s a mineral that plays a vital role in processes throughout your body, supporting your muscles, bones, heart and other organs. But despite its importance, many people don\u2019t get enough through their diet.1 Magnesium supplements can be a great way to help fill in the gap, but with so many different types out there, it can be hard to know which might be right for you.Here are 8 kinds of magnesium\u2014and the different ways they may be able help!1) Magnesium glycinate: to ease your mind &amp; bodyYou\u2019ve probably heard of magnesium glycinate; it\u2019s one of the most popular magnesium supplements. This combination of magnesium and glycine, an amino acid, is known to be easily absorbed by your body without upsetting your digestion. It helps promote muscle relaxation and soothe tension, and may help relieve mild mood changes that come with PMS. Need a restful night\u2019s sleep? Magnesium glycinate may help by relaxing your muscles and mind!22) Magnesium Citrate: to help you stay regularMagnesium citrate is one of the most bioavailable forms of magnesium, meaning it\u2019s well-absorbed in your digestive tract. This form\u2014magnesium bound to citric acid\u2014is often used by doctors as a way to clean your stool ahead of surgery or colonoscopies. If you\u2019re getting constipated from time to time, this one may provide some relief\u2014but make sure you check with your healthcare provider first; it can work like a laxative in high doses!3,43) Magnesium Lactate: to get your levels upIf you\u2019re low in magnesium, your doctor may recommend magnesium lactate. It\u2019s easy on your digestive system and is usually better tolerated in large doses than other forms.3,4 For this reason, it\u2019s often used to correct magnesium deficiencies. You&#8217;ll also find this type in some common fortified foods (think breakfast cereals, dairy products and bread).4) Magnesium Malate: for mood and energyMagnesium malate is a compound of magnesium and malic acid found naturally in fruits. If you\u2019re feeling tired, this may be your ticket \u2013 it&#8217;s thought to help improve mood and energy while having a calming effect.3,45) Magnesium Sulfate: for muscle soreness and crampsEver used Epsom salt? Then you\u2019ve used magnesium sulfate! If you\u2019re an athlete or tend to get sore muscles, soaking in a warm bath with this compound may give you some relief.3 While there isn\u2019t enough research to prove that your skin actually absorbs magnesium in the bath, some medical professionals still swear by it as a way to help relax your muscles.6) Magnesium Chloride: for all-around supportIf you\u2019re looking for a multi-purpose magnesium supplement, magnesium chloride might be the way to go. It\u2019s an easily absorbed magnesium used to relieve mild heartburn, occasional constipation or muscle cramps.4,5 You can find magnesium chloride in a range of forms like oral supplements, bath salts, lotions\/creams and oils.7) Magnesium Taurate: for heart healthMagnesium plays a key role in supporting your heart. Like all muscles in your body, your heart depends on interactions with calcium and magnesium to contract and relax. Magnesium taurate includes the amino acid taurine, which also promotes heart health. Though more research is needed, this may be the best form to support your ticker.68) Magnesium Oxide: for mild heartburn and indigestionEver heard of milk of magnesia? This is its fancier scientific name. When combined with water, magnesium oxide turns into magnesium hydroxide, a compound that\u2019s commonly used to pull fluid into the intestines and get things moving\u2014and to reduce feelings of heartburn, indigestion and sour stomach.4Read next: 8 foods high in magnesium from a nutritionistAbout Mackenzie:Mackenzie is a Nutritionist with a Bachelor of Science in Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics from Illinois State University. Her passion is to help educate others on how to live healthier lives one supplement at a time.Do you have questions on how you may benefit from supplements? Reach out to one of our experts, or take Persona\u2019s free nutrition assessment, and learn exactly what you need to take your wellness to the next level.*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.This information is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging. Do not use the information from this article for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal, or homeopathic supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health care provider promptly. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have read in this article.","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Feeling stressed, fatigued, moody or even backed up? Magnesium might be what you need! 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