About this ingredient
Magnesium Citrate is a commonly used magnesium compound made by combining magnesium with citric acid. Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in normal muscle and nerve function, energy metabolism, protein synthesis, electrolyte balance and bone health.
Magnesium citrate is available in capsules, tablets, powders and liquid formulations. Its citrate form is also known for its osmotic effect in the digestive tract, which is why magnesium citrate is used in some laxative products.
The amount of elemental magnesium supplied by magnesium citrate depends on the specific chemical form and formulation, so product labels should be evaluated according to the stated elemental magnesium rather than simply the total weight of magnesium citrate.




