supplement · Tracked item
Magnesium citrate
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3 recommendations across 3 experts · 3 episodes
1 endorse
1 nuanced
1 avoid
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In a protocol
Use magnesium citrate if constipated, as alternative form of magnesium.
“if you're constipated, you can use magnesium citrate
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Dr. Anya PetrovaAvoidsThe Apex Health Hour
Dr. Petrova advises against magnesium citrate for sleep, noting it can cause GI issues at higher doses.
“doesn't trash your gut the way citrate can at higher doses
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Magnesium citrate has poor absorption and acts as a laxative; useful for constipation but not for repletion.
“magnesium citrate and magnesium oxide, which are not very well absorbed
TD▶ 54:00CaveatsCauses laxative effectCertaintyexplicitmild caution