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How to Choose the Right Magnesium Supplement

Jun 18, 2024

How to Choose the Right Magnesium Supplement for You

Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in hundreds of enzymatic processes in the body—from muscle and nerve function to bone strength, energy production, and even stress regulation. Yet most of us aren’t getting enough from food alone.

With so many magnesium supplements on the market, it can be hard to know where to start. That’s why we’ve broken down the key features, benefits, and ideal users of each magnesium formula from ITL Health—so you can find the one that best supports your unique health goals.

MAG365 Ionic Magnesium Citrate

Form: Powder (to be added to water)

Key Features:

Fast Absorption: As an ionic form of magnesium, it’s quickly absorbed by the body.
Custom Dosing: Easily adjust your dosage with this versatile powder.
Pleasant Flavours: Naturally flavoured and sweetened—easy to sip daily.

What It’s Known For:

Muscle Relaxation: Customers often report that MAG365 helps to ease cramps and spasms.
Stress Support: Known to promote a sense of calm—so much so, it won a Reader’s Choice Award for Best Stress Relief Product.
Energy Production: Magnesium plays a key role in converting food into cellular energy. Many customers say they feel more energized when taking MAG365 in the morning. (But it is also known to help your body relax before bedtime!)

Who It’s For:

Anyone who is looking for an everyday, drinkable magnesium.
Those looking for quick, noticeable effects.
People with high stress, muscle tension, or low energy.

Have a question about MAG365? Check out our MAG365 FAQ page here .

PrizMAG Pure Magnesium Bisglycinate

Form: Capsules

Key Features:

Highly Bioavailable: Chelated bisglycinate is gentle on digestion and well absorbed.
Ultra Pure Formula: No fillers, binders, or magnesium oxide—just pure, effective magnesium.

What It’s Known For:

Gentle on Digestion: Well tolerated, even for sensitive individuals.
Sleep Support: Known for its calming, sleep-promoting properties—it has won several readers-choice awards and a pharmacy award for best stress-relief and sleep aid.
Muscle Function: Magnesium helps maintain healthy muscle tone and reduce deficiency symptoms such as muscle cramping.

Who It’s For:

People with sensitive stomachs or loose stools.
Capsule lovers looking for a genuinely pure, gentle option.
Anyone seeking better sleep or relief from muscle tension.
Also available in PrizMAG Plus—pure magnesium bisglycinate plus vitamins K2 & D3 for those who are concerned about bone health.

Have a question about PrizMAG? Check out our PrizMAG FAQ page here.

MAG365 BF

Form: Powder (to be added to water)

Key Features:

Comprehensive Formula: Combines ionic magnesium citrate with vitamins D3, K2, C, B6, boron, zinc and potassium

What It’s Known For:

Bone Support: The first calcium-free bone health formula to include key cofactors that help support bone strength and guide dietary calcium to where it’s needed most—your bones and teeth.
Hormone Support: Includes nutrients that may support hormone balance. Many customers report feeling better during PMS or menopause while taking MAG365 BF—it has even won three reader's choice awards for best women's product from Rude Health Magazine and Your Healthy Living Magazine. (But it’s a great option for men, too!)
Joint Health: Formulated with nutrients known to support mobility and overall joint function.

Who It’s For:

Those concerned with bone density and/or hormonal health.
People who want a complete, drinkable formula.
Anyone looking for a magnesium-based daily supplement with added benefits.
MAG365 BF is also available with calcium for athletes or those with existing bone conditions.

Have a question about MAG365 BF? Check out our MAG365 BF FAQ page here.

MAGtrio

Form: Capsules

Key Features:

Triple Magnesium Complex: Combines bisglycinate, taurate, and L-threonate—three highly bioavailable and complementary forms of magnesium.

What It’s Known For:

Targeted Formulation: While magnesium naturally plays a role throughout the body, certain combinations with specific carrier molecules may offer more targeted support. For example:
- Magnesium taurate is often chosen to support cardiovascular health
- Magnesium bisglycinate is commonly used to promote relaxation and sleep
- Magnesium L-threonate is being studied for its potential to support brain health.
Synergistic Blend: These three forms work together to provide a well-rounded magnesium supplement suitable for daily use.

Who It’s For:

Individuals looking for a capsule that offers more broad-spectrum magnesium support.
Those interested in heart, brain, and nervous system health.
People seeking an “all-in-one” option that combines gentle, well-tolerated forms of magnesium.

Have a question about MAGtrio? Read our MAGtrio FAQ here.

MAG3N8

Form: Capsules

Key Features:

Pure Magnesium L-Threonate, a form studied for its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier.

What Magnesium L-Threonate is Known For:

Brain Support: This form is being studied for its role in cognitive function and mental clarity.
Specialized Use: Due to its larger molecular size, magnesium L-threonate has a smaller amount of elemental magnesium per dose than other forms of magnesium. This form is best used in combination with other magnesium forms for overall coverage.

Who It’s For:

Those interested in a magnesium supplement that may support brain health.
Ideal for pairing with MAG365, PrizMAG, or MAGtrio.
People focused on mental performance.

Have a question about MAG3N8? Check out our MAG3N8 FAQ page here.

SeaMAG

Form: Topical (Spray, Gel & Bath Flakes)

Key Features:

Magnesium Chloride from the Dead Sea: A rich, natural source of magnesium.
Alternative Delivery: Absorbs through the skin. (It is also known as transdermal magnesium.)

What It’s Known For:

Targeted Relief: Many customers apply directly to sore muscles or use SeaMAG in baths for full-body relaxation.
Non-Digestive Route: Bypasses the digestive system entirely.

Who It’s For:

Ideal for people with digestive sensitivities or difficulty swallowing capsules.
- Note: While more research is needed on how effectively magnesium is absorbed through the skin, SeaMAG is best used alongside an oral magnesium supplement.
Athletes or anyone with localized muscle tension.

Have a question about SeaMAG? Check out the SeaMAG FAQ page here.