International Numbering System (INS) for Food Additives: 329
Food additives Europe numbers:E329
Magnesium lactate is a form of magnesium supplement used to treat and prevent magnesium deficiency. It is used to treat conditions such as chronic fatigue, migraines, muscle cramps, and constipation. Magnesium lactate is believed to be better absorbed by the body than other forms of magnesium. Magnesium lactate is available as an oral supplement or as an injectable solution. It is important to speak with a healthcare provider before taking any magnesium supplement.
Magnesium lactate is a mineral supplement that combines magnesium, a mineral essential for many bodily functions, with lactic acid, a substance produced in the muscles during exercise.
- Dietary supplement: The primary use of magnesium lactate is as a dietary supplement to treat or prevent magnesium deficiency. Magnesium deficiency can occur due to various reasons including inadequate intake from diet, certain medications, or digestive issues that affect magnesium absorption.
- Heartburn and indigestion: Some brands of magnesium lactate are also used to relieve symptoms of occasional heartburn, indigestion, and sour stomach.
Benefits of Magnesium lactate
- Easily absorbed: Magnesium lactate is considered to be one of the better-absorbed forms of magnesium compared to other types of magnesium supplements. This makes it a suitable option for people who have trouble absorbing magnesium from food or other supplements.
- Gentler on the stomach: Magnesium lactate is generally gentler on the digestive system and may cause fewer side effects like diarrhea, which can be a problem with some other forms of magnesium.
Things to know before taking Magnesium lactate
It is important to consult with your doctor before taking magnesium lactate, especially if you have any underlying health conditions or are taking other medications. This is because magnesium can interact with certain medications, including antibiotics, diuretics, and muscle relaxants.