Magnesium Supplement FAQ

Q: What are Magnesium supplements, and what can they do for you?

Magnesium supplements provide Magnesium, Vitamin B6, and often a bioavailability enhancer such as black pepper extract. These ingredients help to support functions throughout the body and may provide benefits such as supporting the muscular, cardiovascular, cognitive, and skeletal systems. This list of ways Magnesium can improve health is extensive, but some of its potential benefits include helping to boost energy levels, reduce stress, support healthy bones, and balance blood sugar.

Q: Do all Magnesium supplements work?

Unfortunately, no. Many fly-by-night companies just ride the health trends, manufacturing inferior products with the wrong ingredients and proportions. They often use cheap fillers and binders that can block the desired effects of natural ingredients and render the product useless.

Q: What should I look for?

• It should provide at least 150 mg of Magnesium.
• It should provide different types of Magnesium to maximize benefits.
• It should contain Vitamin B6 to enhance the effects of Magnesium.
• It should contain Piperine (preferably as BioPerine^®) for increased absorption.
• It must be 100% pure with no added ingredients that might water down the product.

Q: What about safety? Are there side effects to watch out for?

Certain types of Magnesium can cause gastrointestinal upset which is why it's so important to find a high-quality supplement. We recommend consulting with a physician if you have a medical condition or take medications on a regular basis. It is especially important that pregnant or nursing women consult a doctor regarding adding any supplements to their diet.

Q: How do I take Magnesium supplements?

You should take the supplement according to the instructions on the label or your doctor's recommendation. As with any type of supplement, you should not exceed the recommended daily dosage, since this can pose serious health risks.

Q: How long will it take to see the effects?

Results will vary for each person. The time it takes to see effects depends on many factors including the extent of your deficiency and your health condition. Some experience unbelievable progress very quickly, while others take slightly longer. Many of the reputable brands we reviewed offer refunds to customers who don’t see the results they want within a given time frame. For example, Research Verified Magnesium Complex offers a 365-day money-back guarantee if you are not happy with the results you experience.

Q: How much do Magnesium supplements cost?

The cost of a Magnesium supplement varies based on the manufacturer. Many of them are cheap products with inferior forms of Magnesium, small dosages that will not be very effective, and additives that can subtract from the efficacy of the product. Most of the really good supplements we tested fell in the $40-$50 range.