Magnesium Malate

100% clean formula.

Suitable for vegetarians and vegans. All Ethical Nutrition products are free from animal-based ingredients and by-products. Registered with the vegan society.

Free-from: GMOs, Magnesium Stearate, Gelatin, Palm Oil/Palm Oil Derivatives, Maltodextrin, Bulking Agents, Titanium Dioxide, Sugar.

No Allergen-Containing Ingredients: This product is formulated without any ingredients from the top 14 allergens, including wheat, milk, nuts, soy, and shellfish.

Additive-free: We don't use any nasty additives and where required we use gluten-free rice extract to help us to blend together ingredients and ensure they are accurately dosed.

Magnesium Malate from Ethical Nutrition offers several key benefits:

1. Energy Production: Magnesium is critical for the production of ATP, the main energy molecule in our cells. Malate, derived from malic acid, is involved in the Krebs cycle, a key energy-producing process in the body [1].
2. Muscle Health: Magnesium aids in muscle function and can help prevent muscle cramps. It's also essential for protein synthesis, which is key for muscle growth and recovery [2].
3. Mental Well-being: Magnesium plays a crucial role in the function of the central nervous system and can support mental health. It's been shown to help reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety [3].
4. Metabolic Function: Magnesium is necessary for numerous metabolic processes. Adequate intake can help maintain a healthy metabolic rate, potentially aiding in weight management [4].

Magnesium is an essential mineral used in hundreds of different biochemical reactions. It is mostly stored in bones and soft tissues and it contributes to the normal function of [1]: 

• Cellular energy production
• Muscles
• The nervous system
• Electrolyte balance
• Protein manufacture
• Bones and teeth
• Cell division
• Psychological health

The National Diet and Nutrition Survey shows that UK adults don’t get nearly enough magnesium from their diet. Common signs of low magnesium include fatigue, muscle cramps, poor bone health, low mood, depression, anxiety, and insomnia.

Magnesium is always bound to a carrier molecule, to make sure it can be absorbed and utilised by the body. In this product, the carrier molecule is malic acid.

The term “chelated” (also known as “fully reacted”) means that the magnesium molecule is directly bound to the taurine and there is no other form of magnesium involved. 

Chelation comes from the Greek word for “claw”. The malic acid literally claws onto the magnesium, holding it tight.

Chelated magnesium (also called fully reacted magnesium contains only magnesium and the specific carrier molecule (e.g. malic acid). We clearly state this on the label because it sets the product apart from lesser forms of magnesium that are not as well absorbed and bioavailable.

Regular magnesium products are either blended or buffered with magnesium oxide.

Blended forms contain magnesium oxide with an organic carrier molecule like citrate for example. The citrate is there to improve the product because magnesium oxide has a low rate of absorption and bioavailability. 

Buffered forms contain a small amount of chelated magnesium mixed with magnesium oxide. This is slightly better than the blended form but not as good as fully reacted.

Our magnesium malate is easy to absorb and free from laxative effects, making it a good choice for anyone with a sensitive digestive system. When taken as directed, it is well tolerated. 

Always follow the recommended dosage instructions. Taking excessive amounts of any form of magnesium can lead to irregular heartbeat, very low blood pressure, and muscle weakness. 

Magnesium malate can potentially interact with various medications including antibiotics, statins, and blood pressure drugs. We recommend you speak to your healthcare provider before taking this supplement alongside any prescription medication or when pregnant or breastfeeding. 

Research shows that magnesium absorption is most efficient when it is taken in smaller doses throughout the day rather than one large dose [6]. 

Taking a large dose can overwhelm the gut’s absorption capacity whereas lower, more frequent doses provide a smaller but more sustained amount of magnesium.

For optimum absorption we recommend taking 1 capsule with breakfast and lunch. However, if you feel you might forget to take a second dose later in the day it’s fine to take both capsules at once.

1. Nutraceuticals Group, 2024. Full list of EFSA health claims [online] Available at https://nutraceuticalsgroup.com/uk/full-list-of- efsa-health-claims/ [Accessed 18 Dec 2024].
2. National Institutes of Health, n.d. Magnesium [online] Available at < https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Magnesium-HealthProfessional/> [Accessed 18 Dec 2024].
3. Zhang, Y., Xun, P., Wang, R., Mao, L., & He, K. 2017. Can Magnesium Enhance Exercise Performance? Nutrients, 9(9), 946. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu9090946
4. Arab, A., Rafie, N., Amani, R., & Shirani, F. 2023. The Role of Magnesium in Sleep Health: a Systematic Review of Available Literature. Biological Trace Element Research, 201(1), 121-128. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12011-022-03162-1 
5. Boyle, N. B., Lawton, C., & Dye, L. 2017. The Effects of Magnesium Supplementation on Subjective Anxiety and Stress—A Systematic Review. Nutrients, 9(5), 429. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu9050429
6. Schuchardt, J. P., & Hahn, A. 2017. Intestinal Absorption and Factors Influencing Bioavailability of Magnesium-An Update. Current Nutrition and Food Science, 13(4), 260. https://doi.org/10.2174/1573401313666170427162740