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Could you tell me what type magnesium you are taking?

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I have been taking magnesium oxide for over 20 years. I began doing some further research looking at the various types of magnesium on the market and a particular one got my attention as it focuses on muscles, nerves, fibromyalgia, and migraines including a few other items. I am referring to magnesium malate. I've already brought this up to my pain management specialist and will be further working with him on how he wishes to move forward.

We have a lot going on next week with the nerve… read more

June 4
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My cranial sacral massage therapist recommended I take magnesium malate for muscle spasms. My father in law had a mini stroke last year & now also gets muscle spasms. I asked his pharmacist if he would also benefit from magnesium malate. The pharmacist recommended magnesium bisglycinate. Magnesium bisglycinate helps you unwind and rest deeply.

June 11
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What a great question, Sue! It's wonderful that you're doing your research and already looping in your pain management specialist — that's exactly the right approach, especially with so much on your plate right now.

As for sharing personal supplement experiences, that's not something that can be offered here, but what can Show Full Answer

What a great question, Sue! It's wonderful that you're doing your research and already looping in your pain management specialist — that's exactly the right approach, especially with so much on your plate right now.

As for sharing personal supplement experiences, that's not something that can be offered here, but what can be shared is some helpful context about magnesium malate specifically. Magnesium malate is a combination of magnesium and malic acid. It's often highlighted for the following potential benefits related to chronic pain:

- Muscle support — may help reduce muscle pain and fatigue
- Nerve function — plays a role in healthy nerve signaling
- Joint comfort — some people find it helpful for joint-related discomfort
- Energy production — malic acid is involved in how the body produces energy at the cellular level

Compared to magnesium oxide, magnesium malate is generally considered to be better absorbed by the body, which may make it more effective at lower doses.

That said, switching forms of magnesium after 20 years is worth careful discussion with your specialist, especially given your nerve damage history and upcoming ablation procedure. Timing and dosage adjustments could matter quite a bit in your specific situation.

Always check with your doctor before making any changes to your supplement routine — which it sounds like you're already doing. Best of luck with your procedure next week! 💙

June 4
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

BEST MAGNESIUM SOURCE FOR ME=WATERMELON. As soon as I was diagnosed with CRPS in 2018, I began minimizing MMM's which is "man-made-meds" and started a Holistic approach. ...And my pain became more manageable albeit chronic.. Check this little excerpt and then research ok, instead of just taking my word for it:

...New research says that watermelon eaters tend to have a higher quality diet featuring more fiber, magnesium, potassium, vitamin A and other antioxidants, plus lower in added sugars and saturated fat than watermelon non-connoisseurs, says Dawn Jackson Blatner, RDN..

Holistic & Ayeurvedic are working... And anything which minimizes my pain is what Im going to follow. I hope this helps. I know it's helping MANY others whom Ive encouraged. Keep in mind, Im no doctor, but I am a Chronic Pain sufferer & Warrior trying to inform others to take control of what they're feeling versus what they're being told by those in offices who are NOT dealing with daily pain.

Best regards,
Kathie aka Roxykat

June 15

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