Magnesium Oxide 400mg | 365 Capsules | Vit4ever

Magnesium oxide 400mg by Vit4ever

A bottle full of magnesium oxide with a simple promise: 400 mg of elemental magnesium per capsule, from 665 mg of magnesium oxide, and that for 365 days from the same bottle. No complicated combinations, no extra additives. Just one capsule per day for those who want to keep their magnesium intake up without the hassle.

Why manufacturers still choose oxide

Magnesium oxide does not have the best reputation when it comes to absorption, and yet it is on many shelves. There is a practical reason for that. Magnesium never occurs alone; it is always bound to another substance, and with oxide, that other substance is oxygen, a small and light molecule. As a result, magnesium oxide contains a high proportion of elemental magnesium per gram, much more than, for example, citrate or bisglycinate. This means that with a compact capsule you still end up with a substantial dose. Cost is also a factor: the raw material is relatively cheap to produce, which keeps a high dosage affordable. For a manufacturer who wants to get 400 mg of magnesium into one capsule, oxide is therefore an obvious choice. If you want to achieve that same amount with bisglycinate, you will quickly need two to three times as much capsule volume.

The absorption debate, explained honestly

There is a persistent misconception about magnesium oxide. You often read that inorganic forms such as oxide are absorbed less effectively than organic forms such as citrate or bisglycinate. There is a kernel of truth in that: per milligram ingested, your body absorbs a smaller portion of oxide. But that is not the whole story. Because the density of elemental magnesium is so high, a substantial amount still remains per capsule to be absorbed. The difference is therefore not only in what you absorb per milligram, but also in how much is in the capsule to start with. Many people wonder if magnesium oxide is therefore a bad choice. That is oversimplifying: it depends on what you are looking for. If you want the highest absorption per milligram, then bisglycinate or citrate is more interesting. If you want a high total dose and a simple formula, then oxide is a logical option.

Oxide alongside citrate, bisglycinate and taurate

Anyone looking to supplement magnesium will quickly come across a handful of forms, and they differ more than you might think. Citrate is magnesium bound to citric acid. Bisglycinate is linked to the amino acid glycine and is often offered in lower dosages. Taurate combines magnesium with the amino acid taurine, which especially appeals to those who consciously choose that specific binding. Oxide does not distinguish itself through absorption per milligram, but through density: simply more elemental magnesium fits in the same capsule. This makes it a practical choice when you would rather not swallow four or five capsules per day to meet your magnesium needs. If you still choose another form, in practice you will often take more capsules to get a comparable amount of magnesium.

Who this formula is for

These capsules are aimed at adults who want to supplement their magnesium intake in a simple way, with a high dosage per capsule and without needing multiple capsules per day for that. Think of people with a busy schedule who do not feel like thinking about their supplement three times a day, or those who simply want to be set for a year without reordering in between. The capsule shell is plant-based, so the magnesium oxide is also suitable if you are vegan. The product is free from gluten, lactose and magnesium stearate, and contains no other unnecessary additives. Magnesium oxide can have a laxative effect in higher dosages. At the recommended 1 capsule per day, this effect is minor for most people, but if you notice that your bowels react sensitively, build up slowly and take the capsule with plenty of water. Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function, to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, to the normal functioning of the nervous system and to normal psychological function. In addition, magnesium contributes to a normal energy-yielding metabolism, to electrolyte balance, to normal protein synthesis and to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, and plays a role in the cell division process.

In short: magnesium oxide with 400 mg of elemental magnesium per capsule, in vegan capsules and with a year's supply per bottle. A sensible choice for those who would rather take one capsule per day than several, and do not want to order a new bottle every month.