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Magnesium or mag citrate for chronic constipation?

Digestive Health | Last Active: Sep 26 11:11pm | Replies (49)
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@shelleyw

misssuezq,
Mag citrate is the liquid that most people use for occasional constipation. It seems to have a wide range of times and thorough relief. I find it very harsh and explosive and often does little for me.
I take Mag carbonate, it is the cheapest, its effectiveness is random, it does aid me, a tiny tiny bit for sleep .
I need to change, I can now afford a better grade.
I have heard that mag glycinate, I think I have this right, is a combo of different types of Magnesium.
Chelated is also supposed to be beneficial, it seems it is more effectively absorbed.
You probably know this, keep your magnesium intake 2 hours before or after any other medications.
I guzzle miralax by the gallon 🤪🤪 ShelleyW

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emo | @emo | Sep 13 9:39pm

I’m glad the Miralax worked for you. It caused cramping for me 😆. But I have POTS and visceral sensitivity so that could be why.

I take the magnesium citrate supplement, so in a capsule or tablet form, which is much less concentrated and intended to be used as a dietary supplement. But you’re right, the liquid form is a very strong laxative and not meant to be used regularly.

I’ve taken magnesium glycinate for sleep. I didn’t notice too much of a difference. My dietician told me it doesn’t have as much of a laxative effect because of the way it’s formulated whereas magnesium citrate draws more water into the colon, so that’s why it can help with constipation.

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misssuezq | @misssuezq | Sep 14 2:45am

Shelley,

I did not know about keeping the magnesium from 2 hours before or after meditation I’m glad you mentioned that.
Wow, there are many magnesium options they are trying to confuse me 😵‍💫😵‍💫🤣
Thank you for your input I really appreciate it.

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heyjoe415 | @heyjoe415 | Sep 15 7:52am

Thanks Shelley. I use Miralax nightly. It helps to keep things soft, but I still have to use Dulcolax to get things, ummm, moving. My Dr. says not to rely on Dulcolax.....

I have also tried liquid magnesium citrate. Wow that stuff is dangerous. I don't use it anymore because I can't find a dose I can control.

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