Magnesium: types, uses and how to choose the best
What magnesium is and why you need it
Magnesium is an essential mineral that your body needs for hundreds of biochemical reactions, and many people use magnesium supplements when diet alone is not enough. It plays a key role in muscle and nerve function, energy production and maintaining normal bones and teeth.
Comparativa de tipos de magnesio
| Tipo | Biodisponibilidad | Tolerancia digestiva | Uso preferente |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bisglicinato | Muy alta | Excelente | Relajación, sueño, calambres |
| Citrato | Alta | Moderada (laxante suave) | Estreñimiento + déficit |
| Malato | Alta | Buena | Fatiga crónica, fibromialgia |
| Óxido | Muy baja (4-5%) | Mala (laxante fuerte) | Laxante puntual, no nutricional |
| Marino | Variable | Variable | Tradición, perfil mineral amplio |