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Magnesium Gels 400 mg
Carlson
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(434 ratings)
Magnesium 400 mg
Score 45.0
A convenient softgel from a good brand, but uses poorly absorbed magnesium oxide.
Quantity: 100 Softgel(s)Servings size: 1 Softgel(s) (100 servings)
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General Health
Energy
Stress Relief
Heart Health
Bone Health
leaderboard Score 45.0
A convenient softgel from a good brand, but uses poorly absorbed magnesium oxide.
Quantity: 250
This Carlson Magnesium product delivers 400mg of magnesium in softgel form, but it uses magnesium oxide, which is known for its poor systemic bioavailability. While softgels can be easier to swallow for some, the inherent absorption limitations of magnesium oxide mean that only a small percentage of the elemental magnesium will be utilized by the body for systemic functions like energy production, muscle function, or nerve health. Carlson is generally a well-regarded brand, but the choice of magnesium form here impacts its overall efficacy for general supplementation.
- From a reputable brand (Carlson).
- Convenient softgel form may be easier to swallow.
- Provides a substantial elemental dose of magnesium per serving.
- Composed solely of magnesium oxide, which has very low systemic absorption.
- Less effective for addressing magnesium deficiency for most health goals.
- Can have a laxative effect, particularly at higher doses.
$12.67($0.12 per serving)
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| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 10 Calorie(s) |
| Total Fat | 1 Gram(s) |
| Magnesium (Magnesium Oxide) | 400 mg |
Categories
Magnesium 45.0
Within the magnesium category, this product is hindered by its use of magnesium oxide, a form with poor systemic absorption, despite being from a reputable brand and offering a good elemental dose.
Goals
General Health 45.0
The low systemic absorption of magnesium oxide means that this product offers limited contribution to overall general health and well-being, despite its elemental content.
Energy 40.0
Magnesium's role in energy production requires efficient absorption, which is not provided by the magnesium oxide form, thus limiting its impact on energy levels.
Heart Health 40.0
While magnesium is beneficial for heart health, the magnesium oxide form offers insufficient systemic absorption to provide substantial cardiovascular benefits.
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