Hello @Mari-gabriela, what a huge pleasure it was to find this post. I had a draft and was about to edit it, but before doing so, I performed a search to see if there was anything on the forum and I stumbled upon this!!!
Brilliant, I loved it, and it is super comprehensive.
I’m adding the main forms in which it is commercially available for supplementation:
Magnesium Citrate:
- Bioavailability: It is highly bioavailable; it is well absorbed by the body.
- Action: It can help relieve constipation and is useful for maintaining a healthy cardiovascular system.
- Common use: It is an option for those looking for magnesium supplements due to its good absorption.
Magnesium Glycinate:
- Bioavailability: It has high bioavailability and is well absorbed by the body.
- Action: It can be useful for improving sleep quality and reducing anxiety.
- Common use: Used for improving mental well-being and sleep quality.
Magnesium Threonate:
- Bioavailability: It has exceptionally high bioavailability in the brain.
- Action: Some studies suggest that it may have specific benefits for brain function and memory.
- Common use: Used in some supplements aimed at improving brain health and cognitive function.
Magnesium Chloride:
- Bioavailability: It is relatively high and is well absorbed by the body.
- Action: It can be useful for maintaining the acid-base balance in the body and providing magnesium for cellular functions.
- Common use: Used for correcting magnesium deficiencies.
Magnesium Oxide:
- Bioavailability: It has lower bioavailability compared to other types; it is absorbed less effectively.
- Action: It is often used to relieve constipation due to its mild laxative effect.
- Common use: It