NOW Foods Magnesium Citrate Review

Magnesium Citrate 200 mg Tablets from NOW Supplements are listed in the Minerals category under Magnesium and are positioned for Nervous System Support. The product page describes magnesium as a mineral that is critical for energy production and metabolism, muscle contraction, nerve impulse transmission, and bone mineralization. According to the page, magnesium is a required cofactor for an estimated 300 enzymes. Among the reactions catalyzed by these enzymes are fatty acid synthesis, protein synthesis, and glucose metabolism. The page also states that magnesium status is important for regulation of calcium balance through its effects on the parathyroid gland. The listed highlights are Supports Energy Production and Critical for Enzyme Function. Each serving of two tablets provides 400 mg of magnesium (elemental) from magnesium citrate, which is listed as 95% of the Daily Value. The suggested usage is to take 2 tablets daily with food, and the page advises storing the product in a cool, dry place after opening. The tablets are sold in a 100 tablet size with 50 servings for $19.99 and a 250 tablet size with 125 servings for $39.99, with SKU 1290 and UPC 733739012906 for the 100 count. The page describes the product as a fully reacted mineral supplement and notes that natural color variation may occur, with the product color listed as off white. Certifications and seals shown on the page include Halal, Keto-Friendly, Kosher (Triangle K), Non-GMO, Intertek GMP Supplement Certification, and Vegan. Additional labels include Made without Dairy, Made without Eggs, Made without Nuts, Made without Soy, Gluten Free, and Vegan / Vegetarian. The Other Ingredients statement lists hydroxypropyl cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, a vegetarian coating, stearic acid from a vegetable source, croscarmellose sodium, and magnesium stearate from a vegetable source. The page states the tablets are not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or sesame ingredients, though they are produced in a GMP facility that processes other allergens. The page says the product is made and quality tested in the USA with globally sourced ingredients, and that the company is family owned since 1968. The bottle is noted as made from 100% post-consumer recycled resin. A caution advises adults only, consulting a physician if pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or having a medical condition, and keeping out of reach of children. The standard FDA disclaimer states the statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and the product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.