Does anyone take a magnesium supplement?

I take magnesium, the plain one. To help with my sleep and some other issues. There is a magnesium citrate. I didn't know the difference until over the weekend someone was talking about taking magnesium for something. They said make sure it is just magnesium. If you take the mag citrate, it could cause stomach issues and did a face thing. I took it to mean that it would send you to the bathroom. So maybe that is what he needs.

I also have Natural Calm but I don’t use it regularly. But it’s great to take with my Imitrex when I have a migraine.

I take Natures Made magnesium 400mg Started taking it for the muscle cramps, since magnesium works on smooth muscle it does help with regular BM's

Magnesium citrate for constipation. Magnesium glycinate for leg cramps.

I learned about this from a dietitian. I asked what foods were high in magnesium to help with nighttime leg cramps. She said she and her husband take CALM every night. I started taking it nightly before bed, no more leg cramps and a bonus…I am more regular now. Plus, it seems to help me sleep better.

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i take magnesium glycinate at bedtime for sleep and muscles. The other forms can cause.. er.. the poops

Citrate is good for constipation. There are many forms that do different things. I take magnesium bisglycinate for migraines.

www.migraineagain.com/magnesium-supplements-for-migraine-management/ from the article:

Magnesium Glycinate
Magnesium glycinate is one of the more bioavailable forms, making it a great choice for supplementation if you have low levels of magnesium. It’s easy to absorb and fairly gentle on the stomach compared with other forms like oxide.

This magnesium is bonded to the amino acid glycine. Glycine elevates levels of serotonin, promoting relaxation, supporting cognitive function, and improving sleep quality.


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Patients who also deal with anxiety, inflammation, or insomnia have reported improvement with this type of magnesium. For those with vestibular migraine, which is often connected to slow cognitive function and anxiety, this could be a great fit.

Magnesium Chloride and Magnesium Sulfate
Magnesium sulfate is one of the most common forms of topical magnesium, also known as Epsom salts. Magnesium chloride is its better-absorbed cousin! Magnesium chloride has been shown to have better cellular penetration and lower tissue toxicity than magnesium sulfate. It's most often found in magnesium lotions and sprays.

The concentration of the solution and amount of time it’s applied to the skin, whether through a foot soak or lotion, affects the efficacy. Some patients swear that a 20- to 30-minute soak can improve an attack and promote restful sleep, but there’s not a lot of solid scientific research to back these claims.


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Magnesium Threonate
Discovered by MIT grads, Magtein™ is one of the only forms of magnesium that has been shown to penetrate the blood-brain barrier, efficiently raising magnesium levels in the brain. Because it goes directly to the brain, it should not cause any gastrointestinal distress. Like other types of magnesium, it comes in the form of oral supplements.

In studies, this type has been beneficial in Alzheimer’s patients, promoting cognitive function and memory retention.


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The downside? This form is expensive. It can also be energizing, so it’s best to take at the beginning of the day.
Magnesium Malate
Some people with migraine also live with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, making magnesium malate a good choice. Magnesium is attached to malic acid, which is said to have a high bioavailability without causing gastric distress.


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Magnesium Citrate
Probably the most popular and well-studied form of magnesium, this type bonds to citric acid making it highly absorbable. Magnesium citrate dissolves well in water, which is why you’ll see this type sold most often in drink mixes. It’s a great option for those who cannot swallow large pills.

Citrate can be used to relieve constipation, which is beneficial for some who are taking preventive medications that cause this. Because of the laxative effect, if you find that you have loose stools daily you may need to consider another form of magnesium.

Magnesium Oxide
A widely prescribed form of magnesium, magnesium oxide is cheap and easily found; however, it may not be the best form of magnesium supplement for migraine.

Oxide is commonly prescribed for heartburn relief or used as a laxative. It is not as bioavailable as many of the other forms, making it a poor choice for supplementation


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. However, the clinical trials of magnesium for migraine used this magnesium oxide.
If you are taking a combo migraine supplement and find yourself with a sour stomach afterward, check to see if oxide is included.

Magnesium Taurate
This type combines the amino acid taurine, which has shown promise for improving heart-related issues. It also promotes stable blood sugar and is helpful in migraine prevention with few side effects.


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For those with migraine attacks and cardiovascular issues, this could be a good fit.

My dh’s dr recommended two spoonfuls of mustard for leg cramps. It actually works as I tried it as well. I didn’t want to believe him (don’t like his dr) but it does work.

I took magnesium for about a year. It was supposed to help with my TMJ. I could tell no difference at all. Not a big fan of supplements. I don't remember the brand.

Does he drink enough water? A lack of hydration would contribute to both problems.

I have taken magnesium for years. I started with Natural Calm but I started to have chronic diarrhea and read on labdoor.com that it had tested high for arsenic so I stopped (I did actually just check and labdoor rates Natural Calm an A now). After not taking anything for awhile I switched to Life Extensions (which had gotten a good grade on Labdoor but now I can't find it). It does sometimes give me loose stools, but generally I have problems with constipation so don't mind it. I bought some magnesium glycinate from Costco recently because that type of magnesium is supposed to be good for sleep, but I didn't notice any difference in my sleep from the other brand, and it didn't help with the constipation.

That being said, there are several different types of magnesium and some are better for certain issues that others. I would look into that and determine which is best for your DH. There are also some that have all of the different types in it, which may be helpful.

I’ve been taking magnesium glycinate for over a year. It is one of two types of magnesium that crosses the blood/brain barrier so it’s good for sleep. I used to wake up all night long and rarely do now.
Citrate is one that has a laxative affect. You should be able to Google the different types to see which one you want. And make sure you only take the recommended dose. It’s rare but you can overdose.

I've been taking magnesium l-threonate to help with some perimenopause symptoms for about four months now. I am not a supplement taker typically and am very skeptical, but I've have noticed an improvement in that brain fog type feeling, cognition, and improved sleep.


Could it be a placebo affect? Sure, I guess so. But it's been a marked improvement in those areas and I'll take it! I take Neuro-Mag L-Threonate by Life Extensions: 1 after breakfast and two after dinner or before bed. They're definitely one of the more expensive choices for magnesium and I do that three per day, but I'm going to keep taking it. 

I use magnesium chloride from this company www.ketochow.xyz/products/magnesium-drops?variant=41182176575620 . I know the owners of the company and trust them and the ingredients.

I take two at night to help with sleep and cramps. They don't cause me any tummy troubles.