Overview

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 1 Research
8
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 3 Reviews
8.3
Supplement Facts
Serving Size:  2 softgels
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Calories
15
 
Total Fat
1 g
1%*
Saturated Fat
1 g
5%*
Total Carbohydrate
2 g
1%*
Protein less than
1 g
 
Magnesium (as Magnesium Citrate)
250 mg
60%

Top Medical Research Studies

8
Magnesium boosts colonic activity
We set out to understand how magnesium sulphate influences the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). In a study involving 20 IBS patients, magnesium sulphate was administered orally, resulting in a quick boost in colonic motor activity. Most participants experienced this increase within just two to six minutes.

Specifically, the percentage of colonic activity rose from 16.2% to 23.7%, signaling a notable change. Those who often felt abdominal pain after eating showed even more pronounced reactions, with their activity jumping from 16.1% to 29.8%. However, it’s important to note that three of these patients still experienced their usual pain after taking magnesium, suggesting that while magnesium can enhance motility, it doesn’t eliminate the pain for everyone.

Ultimately, these findings lend support to the idea that some cases of abdominal pain related to food may stem from heightened intestinal responses to cholecystokinin, a hormone released by the intestine. So while magnesium shows promise for intriguing changes in colonic movement in IBS patients, its effectiveness in alleviating pain remains mixed.
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Most Useful Reviews

9
Very successful treatment
2 people found this helpful
If pills are a problem for you, these might be challenging due to their size. I was recommended this by an internet group for irritable bowel syndrome, and it has been very successful for me.
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6
Minimal effect noted
1 people found this helpful
I am practising intermittent fasting, but my bowel movements are not smooth. I purchased this because it aids in achieving smooth bowel movements and has a good absorption rate. As I am small, I take one pill daily; it is better than not taking anything, though the effect is not dramatic. A functional medicine doctor on YouTube suggested taking 1000 mg an hour or two before bed for improved bowel movements the following day. If you struggle with constipation, increasing the dosage may be worth a try.
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7.5
Effective and manageable
These softgels are large, but my 84-year-old mother, who takes them, does not find them hard to swallow. She believes they effectively help to soothe and maintain her bowel movements. Thumbs up!
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Medical Researches

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 1 Research
8
  • All Researches
8
Magnesium boosts colonic activity
We set out to understand how magnesium sulphate influences the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). In a study involving 20 IBS patients, magnesium sulphate was administered orally, resulting in a quick boost in colonic motor activity. Most participants experienced this increase within just two to six minutes.

Specifically, the percentage of colonic activity rose from 16.2% to 23.7%, signaling a notable change. Those who often felt abdominal pain after eating showed even more pronounced reactions, with their activity jumping from 16.1% to 29.8%. However, it’s important to note that three of these patients still experienced their usual pain after taking magnesium, suggesting that while magnesium can enhance motility, it doesn’t eliminate the pain for everyone.

Ultimately, these findings lend support to the idea that some cases of abdominal pain related to food may stem from heightened intestinal responses to cholecystokinin, a hormone released by the intestine. So while magnesium shows promise for intriguing changes in colonic movement in IBS patients, its effectiveness in alleviating pain remains mixed.
Read More

User Reviews

USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 3 Reviews
8.3
  • All Reviews
  • Positive Reviews
  • Negative Reviews
9
Very successful treatment
2 people found this helpful
If pills are a problem for you, these might be challenging due to their size. I was recommended this by an internet group for irritable bowel syndrome, and it has been very successful for me.
Read More
6
Minimal effect noted
1 people found this helpful
I am practising intermittent fasting, but my bowel movements are not smooth. I purchased this because it aids in achieving smooth bowel movements and has a good absorption rate. As I am small, I take one pill daily; it is better than not taking anything, though the effect is not dramatic. A functional medicine doctor on YouTube suggested taking 1000 mg an hour or two before bed for improved bowel movements the following day. If you struggle with constipation, increasing the dosage may be worth a try.
Read More
7.5
Effective and manageable
These softgels are large, but my 84-year-old mother, who takes them, does not find them hard to swallow. She believes they effectively help to soothe and maintain her bowel movements. Thumbs up!
Read More

Frequently Asked Questions

6
Minimal effect noted
1 people found this helpful
I am practising intermittent fasting, but my bowel movements are not smooth. I purchased this because it aids in achieving smooth bowel movements and has a good absorption rate. As I am small, I take one pill daily; it is better than not taking anything, though the effect is not dramatic. A functional medicine doctor on YouTube suggested taking 1000 mg an hour or two before bed for improved bowel movements the following day. If you struggle with constipation, increasing the dosage may be worth a try.
7.5
Effective and manageable
These softgels are large, but my 84-year-old mother, who takes them, does not find them hard to swallow. She believes they effectively help to soothe and maintain her bowel movements. Thumbs up!
8
Magnesium boosts colonic activity
We set out to understand how magnesium sulphate influences the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). In a study involving 20 IBS patients, magnesium sulphate was administered orally, resulting in a quick boost in colonic motor activity. Most participants experienced this increase within just two to six minutes.

Specifically, the percentage of colonic activity rose from 16.2% to 23.7%, signaling a notable change. Those who often felt abdominal pain after eating showed even more pronounced reactions, with their activity jumping from 16.1% to 29.8%. However, it’s important to note that three of these patients still experienced their usual pain after taking magnesium, suggesting that while magnesium can enhance motility, it doesn’t eliminate the pain for everyone.

Ultimately, these findings lend support to the idea that some cases of abdominal pain related to food may stem from heightened intestinal responses to cholecystokinin, a hormone released by the intestine. So while magnesium shows promise for intriguing changes in colonic movement in IBS patients, its effectiveness in alleviating pain remains mixed.

References

  1. Harvey RF, Read AE. Effects of oral magnesium sulphate on colonic motility in patients with the irritable bowel syndrome. Gut. 1973;14:983.
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