The traditional way to address magnesium deficiency is through taking
oral magnesium supplements.
Since
oral magnesium supplements can have a laxative effect and are not easily absorbed, applying magnesium topically is a great way to supplement.
Oral magnesium supplements are poorly absorbed and can wreak havoc on your gut, often doing more harm than good.
NOTE: if you have kidney problems or kidney failure, don't take
oral magnesium supplements without checking with your doctor.
We also take
an oral magnesium supplement daily, for maintenance.
Taking
an oral magnesium supplement consistently is an easy way to improve your magnesium levels.
I do still take
an oral magnesium supplement daily, as I believe the absolute best strategy is to supplement both orally and transdermally.
Unfortunately, simply using
an oral magnesium supplement may not fully replace this deficiency, as oral magnesium in the amount needed for an athlete is not easily absorbed and at high doses creates diarrhea.
Not exact matches
The interesting thing about
magnesium, however, is that it's more easily absorbed through the skin, rather than an
oral supplement.
I make
magnesium oil (here is the recipe) and apply to the skin for best absorption and I also often take an
oral supplement.
Vitamin D is required for optimum absorption so it is important to get adequate unprotected sun exposure daily or to take a vitamin D - 3
supplement when using
oral replenishment of
magnesium.
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For
magnesium, I recommend taking a 200 mg
oral supplement of
magnesium citrate or a
magnesium chelate.
This transdermal source of
magnesium is easier for our body to absorb than
oral supplements.
I love transdermal
magnesium oil but always was curious as to its effectiveness compared to an
oral supplement?
Getting MCH through your skin, rather than through an
oral supplement, also ensures greater absorption because the digestive system can have a hard time processing
magnesium.
Patricia, Using topical
magnesium oil is an alternative to taking it in
oral supplement form.
A
magnesium brand which is easily among the best
oral supplements sold today.
If you do take an
oral supplement, choose one that is in chelated form (like
magnesium glycinate) for maximum absorbability.
If you find you can not overcome the laxative effect by varying your dosages, you may want to try an
oral supplement that is chelated to an amino acid, such as
magnesium taurate and
magnesium glycinate, which some consider to be better absorbed than the salt forms and less likely to cause loose stools.
Those with an existing
magnesium deficiency, or those with digestive issues that impede upon correct nutrient absorption, may wish to take a high - quality
oral supplement.
Yes, but possible interactions may occur with aminogylcosides, barbiturates, bismuth, carbamezine, cephalosporins, kaolin, digoxin, insulin, laxatives, medications /
supplements containing aluminum, calcium, iron,
magnesium and / or zinc,
oral antacids,
oral sodium bicarbonate, pectin, penicillins, theophylline, and warfarin.