Now Foods, Magnesium Citrate, 180 Softgels

Now Foods Magnesium Citrate – magnesium softgels, 400 mg per daily dose

Now Foods Magnesium Citrate softgels are a food supplement in which magnesium is mixed with rice bran oil and sealed in a soft capsule. Four compounds are used as the source of magnesium: magnesium citrate, magnesium glycinate, magnesium malate and magnesium oxide. The recommended daily dose is 3 softgels, which together provide 400 mg of magnesium, or 107% of the nutrient reference value. The large bottle of 180 softgels contains 60 daily doses, which last about two months. The product is made in the USA by NOW Foods, a family-owned company that has been producing food supplements since 1968.

Magnesium

• Magnesium contributes to a reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
• Magnesium contributes to electrolyte balance.
• Magnesium contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system.
• Magnesium contributes to normal psychological function.
• Magnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
• Magnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth.

Magnesium is found mainly in whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, cocoa and green leafy vegetables. Highly processed foods usually contain less magnesium, because much of it is lost, for example, when grain is hulled and milled into white flour.

How to use?

Take 3 softgels a day with food, preferably in divided doses – for example one capsule with each main meal. Swallow the capsule whole with enough water. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. If you use other food supplements containing magnesium at the same time, such as multivitamins, mineral complexes or electrolyte drinks, take their amounts into account too. Consult a doctor or pharmacist before long-term use.

Key features

• 400 mg magnesium per daily dose – 107% of the nutrient reference value.
• Four magnesium compounds – citrate, glycinate, malate and oxide.
• Soft gelatine capsules – the contents are in a rice bran oil base.
• 3 softgels a day – can be split between meals.
• 180 softgels – 60 daily doses, or about two months.
• Made in the USA – NOW Foods, a family-owned company since 1968.

Who is it for?

Now Foods Magnesium Citrate is suitable for adults who want to supplement their everyday diet with magnesium, for example those whose diet contains few wholegrain products, legumes and nuts, as well as people with an active lifestyle. A soft capsule is a good choice for those who find large pressed tablets unsuitable. The capsule shell is made of bovine gelatine, so the product is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans. The product is intended for adults only. Consult a physician before use if pregnant or breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition.

Ingredients and quality

In the capsule, the magnesium compounds are in a rice bran oil base. The capsule shell is made of BSE-free bovine gelatine, glycerol and water, beeswax is used as a glazing agent and sunflower lecithin as an emulsifier. According to the manufacturer, the ingredients are non-GMO, and NOW Foods manufactures its products in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). As the ingredients are natural, the colour of the capsules may vary slightly and oil may separate inside the capsule – this is natural. Store the bottle in a cool, dry place after opening. Country of origin: United States of America.