Magnesium: Which Type Is Right for You?
Magnesium glycinate. Citrate. Threonate. Malate. You know magnesium is supposed to be good for you, but standing in front of all those bottles, you have no idea which one to buy.
Oye, hermosa (hey, beautiful), let's make it simple.
Magnesium: the quick answer
Magnesium helps support sleep, a calm nervous system, muscle relaxation, energy, and regularity. Many women run low, especially with stress, poor sleep, heavy cycles, coffee, or alcohol.
The type matters because each one has a different strength:
Glycinate: calm and sleep, and gentle on your stomach
Citrate: regularity, since it gently draws water into your gut
L-threonate: focus and brain support
Malate: energy and tired, achy muscles
Signs you might need more magnesium
Trouble falling or staying asleep
Muscle tension, cramps, or eye twitches
Feeling wired and anxious
Headaches
Constipation
PMS that hits hard
Escucha a tu cuerpo: listen to your body.
Which one is right for you?
Can't sleep or feel anxious? Start with glycinate. Things moving slowly? Citrate can help. Brain fog? L-threonate supports focus. Tired and achy? A citrate-malate blend helps support energy and muscles.
Supplements I trust
These are the Thorne picks I trust. Always check with your doctor first, especially if you have kidney concerns or take medication.
Magnesium Glycinate (calm and sleep)
Magnesium CitraMate (energy, muscles, and regularity)
Cognitive Vitality (magnesium L-threonate for focus)
What I tell my clients: magnesium is one of the first things I mention to women who carry tension in their bodies and can't seem to fully relax. Pair it with massage, and your nervous system gets a double reminder to calm down.
Here's your chisme for today: take your glycinate about an hour before bed. Créeme, believe me: it's a lovely part of a wind-down routine.
When to talk to your doctor
Ojo, watch out: too much magnesium can cause loose stools. Talk to your doctor before starting if you have kidney problems, take heart or blood pressure medication, or take antibiotics or other medications, since magnesium can affect how some are absorbed.
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I'm a Certified Massage Therapist (CAMTC No. 39170), not a doctor. This post is for education, not medical advice. These statements haven't been evaluated by the FDA, and supplements aren't intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always check with your doctor before starting any supplement, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or taking medication. I earn a commission on purchases made through my Thorne store.
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