Magnesium Supplements

Which magnesium should I choose?

Each form pairs magnesium with a different compound. Glycinate (bisglycinate) is popular for evening use, citrate is widely available and good value, malate and taurate are common in sports formulas, and magnesium chloride is used in oil sprays and bath flakes applied to the skin. Check the amount of elemental magnesium per serving on the label, as this differs from the weight of the compound.

Tablets, powder or spray?

Tablets and capsules give a fixed amount, powders and liquids are easy to adjust, and gummies suit people who prefer not to swallow tablets.