Nature's Way Magnesium Complex 500 mg, Citrate & Oxide, 100 Capsules

What Nature's Way Magnesium Complex is

It is a high-potency magnesium supplement from Nature's Way: each 2-capsule serving provides 500 mg of magnesium (119% of the Daily Value) in two forms, magnesium citrate and magnesium oxide. The bottle has 100 capsules, 50 servings. It costs $12.04, about $0.24 per 2-capsule serving. Free shipping in Puerto Rico on orders from $35, or pick it up at our store in Galería Paseos.

The front of the bottle reads «Supports Muscle Relaxation & Function*».

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

What the label says

• «Supports Muscle Relaxation*»
• «Promotes a sense of calm*»
• «High potency formula with two forms of magnesium»
• «Supports a healthy response to stress*»
• «Replenishes stress-depleted magnesium levels*»
• «GLUTEN FREE. No wheat, corn, soy, dairy, or artificial colors, or flavors.»

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Its ingredients and what they do in the body

Magnesium (500 mg per 2-capsule serving, 119% of the Daily Value; 250 mg per capsule, our own math). It is what this bottle's table declares: «Magnesium (as magnesium citrate, oxide) 500 mg». The 500 mg are magnesium, split between two forms; the label does not say how much each one provides. The label says: «Supports Muscle Relaxation & Function*» and «Promotes a sense of calm*».

Magnesium oxide. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulation on this substance (21 CFR 184.1431), magnesium oxide occurs in nature as the mineral periclase and is produced as a white powder by heating magnesium hydroxide or carbonate. That regulation lists it among the substances that can be used in foods, including as a nutrient supplement.

Magnesium citrate. As its name says, it is magnesium bound to citric acid. Citric acid, according to the FDA regulation on this substance (21 CFR 184.1033), occurs naturally in plant and animal tissues and can be obtained from lemon or pineapple juice or by fermentation.

How it comes in this bottle. In gelatin capsules, with cellulose, magnesium stearate and silica as other ingredients. The label recommends that adults take 2 capsules daily, preferably with food.

What sets it apart:

It has two forms of magnesium, citrate and oxide, as the table prints. The label says: «High potency formula with two forms of magnesium».

These explanations describe normal body functions; they are not results measured with this product.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Bottle facts

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. The capsule is gelatin, so it is not suitable for vegans.

How to take it

The label's recommendation: adults take 2 capsules daily, preferably with food. At that amount the 100-capsule bottle lasts 50 days (100 ÷ 2).

Keep the bottle tightly closed, at room temperature, away from excessive heat and direct sunlight. It is safety sealed with an inner seal: do not use if the seal is broken or missing.

Precautions

• If you are pregnant, nursing, or taking any medications, consult a healthcare professional before use.
• Keep out of reach of children.

Frequently asked questions

What is Magnesium Complex used for?

It is a magnesium supplement in two forms, citrate and oxide: 500 mg of magnesium per 2-capsule serving. Nature's Way labels it «Supports Muscle Relaxation & Function*». *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

How much magnesium is in each capsule?

250 mg. The label's serving is 2 capsules, which add up to 500 mg of magnesium, 119% of the Daily Value.

How do I take it?

Adults take 2 capsules daily, preferably with food, as the label recommends. At that amount the 100-capsule bottle lasts 50 days.

Which forms of magnesium does it contain?

Two: magnesium citrate and magnesium oxide. The label gives the total magnesium, 500 mg per serving, without splitting how much comes from each form.

Is it vegan?

No. The capsule is gelatin. It is gluten free, and the label says it has no wheat, corn, soy, dairy, or artificial colors or flavors.

Where can I buy Magnesium Complex in Puerto Rico?

At Borinquen Natural, for $12.04 per 100-capsule bottle. Free shipping in Puerto Rico on orders from $35, or pick it up at our store in Galería Paseos.

Other forms of magnesium

If you prefer a single form of magnesium, see Source Naturals Magnesium Glycinate 200 mg or Valeria Nutrition Magnesium Citrate 650 mg. More options in mineral-based products.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.