What is the difference between Magnesium Chelate and Magnesium Citrate?

While both provide magnesium, Magnesium Citrate is often used at higher doses for its laxative effect because it draws water into the intestines. Magnesium Chelate is bonded to amino acids to prioritize absorption into the cells and muscles, making it a better choice for daily nutrient support without the digestive urgency.

About Magnesium Chelate Benefits: Support Your Metabolism and Muscles

This answer is drawn from the full physician-reviewed guide to Magnesium Chelate Benefits: Support Your Metabolism and Muscles on the GOAL.MD Vitamin Shop learning hub. Read the full guide for mechanism of action, evidence, dosing, safety, and interactions.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Michael Mimlitz, MD (NPI 1508891870), Chief Physician of GOAL.MD. Physician-supervised telehealth. More at goal.md/answers.