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Triple Magnesium Complex
Three magnesium forms sounds smart until you realize one of them is oxide (absorbs at 4%). Citrate and aspartate are okay. 400mg full RDA at a budget price, but your toilet may have opinions about the oxide component.
6.0/10
GOODThree magnesium forms including oxide (poorly absorbed) and citrate (decent). The blend approach is fine in theory but oxide drags down the overall quality.
1 ingredientCapsules60 servings
We'd look at alternativesEvidence
5.0
Dosing
8.0
SynergyN/A (single ingredient)
Whenevening
Foodwith food
SafetyAll clear
ResearchStrong evidence
What We Like
- 400mg hits the full RDA.
- Citrate and aspartate forms absorb reasonably well.
- Very affordable.
Watch Out For
- Magnesium oxide absorbs at ~4%. Its inclusion lowers the effective dose.
- Can't tell how much of each form you're getting.
- Oxide is a laxative. May cause GI issues.
What We Analyzed
Verified Supplement Facts
Every dose checked against clinical research
We analyzed the actual supplement facts panel for this product. Every ingredient dose below was cross-referenced with published clinical trials to determine if it matches what studies actually use.
1 ingredients analyzed1 at clinical doses
Source: Official product page
Ingredient Breakdown
1 clinical
Clinical Adequate Underdosed Overdosed|Bar = % of clinical dose
IngredientDoseStatusvs. Clinical
In our database (click to learn more) Not yet reviewed
Our Analysis
Best For
Budget buyers wanting full-dose magnesium.People not sensitive to magnesium oxide GI effects.
Skip This If
Those with sensitive stomachs.People wanting maximum absorption (get glycinate).
Time to Feel
1-2 weeks
Value
GOOD
How to take: No cycling needed.
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