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What are the Different Types of Magnesium?

October 28, 2025

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Magnesium is essential for maintaining muscle tone and regulating the nervous system, blood pressure, and energy metabolism. Our body cannot synthesize this mineral independently, so it can only be obtained from outside sources. That is why biological supplements are often prescribed for symptoms of magnesium deficiency. It is important to understand the differences between various forms of magnesium, as they each have their features and indications for use.

Key takeaways

Magnesium is essential for maintaining muscle tone and regulating the nervous system, blood pressure, and energy metabolism.
Symptoms of magnesium deficiency
Magnesium citrate

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Dr. Marina

nutritionist

Symptoms of magnesium deficiency

80 % of people have a magnesium deficiency. Signs of a deficiency include increased cravings for sweets, anxiety, nightmares or insomnia, sweating, muscle cramps, nausea, constipation, and decreased concentration and performance. If any of these symptoms are present, it is important to see a doctor for testing and prescription of medications, if necessary. Let's look at how the types of magnesium differ from each other.

Magnesium citrate

When to take it: Constipation, muscle cramps, chronic fatigue syndrome, sleep problems Benefits: Absorbs well, has a mild laxative effect, helps make up for deficiencies How to take it: In the morning or afternoon, with meals to reduce the risk of stomach upset

Magnesium chelate

When to take it: Stress, muscle cramps and spasms Benefits: Very high bioavailability, does not affect digestion, has a calming effect on the nervous system How to take it: With meals

Magnesium intake should not be combined with tea, coffee, or alcoholic beverages.

Magnesium malate

When to take it: Chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, depression, muscle weakness Benefits: Absorbs well, increases energy levels, improves metabolism How to take it: In the first half of the day, as it has an invigorating effect

Magnesium glycinate

When to take it: Anxiety, insomnia, cramps, stress, premenstrual syndrome Benefits: Digests well, does not irritate the GI tract, has a calming effect How to take it: Before bedtime, since it has a sedative effect

Magnesium taurate

When to take it: Hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, migraines, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) Benefits: Improves heart function, normalizes blood pressure, has an antioxidant effect, lowers blood sugar levels How to take it: Any time of the day, but better in the second half

Magnesium threonate

When to take it: Headaches, problems with concentration and memory, insomnia Benefits: Has a positive effect on cognitive function, absorbs well How to take it: Optimally consumed in the evening before bedtime to support brain health

Magnesium sulfate (English salt)

When to take it: This is often used for baths—particularly for muscle tension, stress, and detoxification of the body; it is taken internally for constipation Benefits: Helps promote relaxation in every sense of the word How to take it: Usage in the bath is best before bedtime; for other purposes, it should be taken only by doctor's prescription to avoid problems with the GI tract

Magnesium intake is not recommended for pregnant women, children, and people with impaired kidney function.

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