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Magnesium Glycinate has the reputation of being the form of magnesium most gentle on the digestive system. I take one 240 mg capsule nightly before bed to assist with sleep. I did reduce my dosage from two nightly capsules for the reasons presented by Trecile above.Be aware that some forms of magnesium, such as magnesium oxide and magnesium citrate, can have an, umm, laxative effect. You would want to get the timing right if taking those.
Types of Magnesium and Their Benefits
If you have a magnesium deficiency, a supplement may help. Learn the 10 types of magnesium — and what to use each for.www.healthline.com
Yeah, they helped me to prevent shin splints on my second Camino. I also bought the capsules instead of dissolvable tablets - because the capsules provide a slow release which didn't upset my stomach and get me charging for the nearest "gasolinera" first thing in the morning!Hi. I'm about to walk my 4th Camino. On my 3rd (precovid) I used magnesium tablets in my water bottle every morning. I'd been told by a friend ít was a good idea. I had a great walk but I don't know if the tablets helped or not. Any advice whether I should spend the money to get some for my next trip or not ?
But it's weight (and for me ease of usage). On a walk where weight isn't good. A tablet weighs a mere gram or two. A banana much more. I can carry 20 tablets for the weight of an orange. I would rather throw a tablet in a litre of water.Eat a balanced diet. Have a banana and an orange every day, and you don't need to pop pills or spike your drinks. Magnesium, and a lot of other minerals and vitamins, happen naturally in fruit and veg.
Most defiantly and my husband and I have walked three caminos and have used Epson salts (magnesium sulphate) a plastic collapsible foot bath on our feet to help revive the muscles and reduce inflammation after each day of walking.Hi. I'm about to walk my 4th Camino. On my 3rd (precovid) I used magnesium tablets in my water bottle every morning. I'd been told by a friend ít was a good idea. I had a great walk but I don't know if the tablets helped or not. Any advice whether I should spend the money to get some for my next trip or not ?
If you have a health issue which does not allow you to properly absorb vitamins and minerals I would suggest you talk to your doctor and get some medically approved magnesium power from a pharmacist. Its stronger and more suited to such health needs. If you just want a small daily boost of magnesium then take the tabs you have. I write from personal experience. The tabs, are for me, negligible to my requirement and health condition.Hi. I'm about to walk my 4th Camino. On my 3rd (precovid) I used magnesium tablets in my water bottle every morning. I'd been told by a friend ít was a good idea. I had a great walk but I don't know if the tablets helped or not. Any advice whether I should spend the money to get some for my next trip or not ?
Yes get themHi. I'm about to walk my 4th Camino. On my 3rd (precovid) I used magnesium tablets in my water bottle every morning. I'd been told by a friend ít was a good idea. I had a great walk but I don't know if the tablets helped or not. Any advice whether I should spend the money to get some for my next trip or not ?
It's there, don't worry.the 'LIKE' button on my post(s) does not exist - am I being censored in some way? Is there a malfunction? Or is that normal?
Regards, Keith
Good answer, thanks. Never would, couldn't anyway.It's there, don't worry.
Maybe you just can't 'like' your own post
That is normal - you cannot "Like" your own post. There is no minimum post requirement before those emojis become available.the 'LIKE' button on my post(s) does not exist - am I being censored in some way? Is there a malfunction? Or is that normal?
Hi NomadBoomerHi. I'm about to walk my 4th Camino. On my 3rd (precovid) I used magnesium tablets in my water bottle every morning. I'd been told by a friend ít was a good idea. I had a great walk but I don't know if the tablets helped or not. Any advice whether I should spend the money to get some for my next trip or not ?
Why would I 'like' my own post - why would anyone? Why would any pilgrim? You really do like to control things, don't youThat is normal - you cannot "Like" your own post. There is no minimum post requirement before those emojis become available.
Maybe if I think my lonely unloved post needs a like ?Why would I 'like' my own post - why would anyone? Why would any pilgrim? You really do like to control things, don't you
I am assuming that the wink indicates you are asking me these questions in a joking fashion.Why would I 'like' my own post - why would anyone? Why would any pilgrim? You really do like to control things, don't you
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