Still Waking Up Exhausted? This Is The Mineral You’re Missing

When 8 hours of sleep still leaves you dragging, your body’s not tired it’s missing something important.

I used to wake up every morning already tired and irritable. Even walking on my own two feet felt like I’d overdone a Ballet Bar class even though I actually spent the day blogging with you all. Turns out, I wasn’t just tired, I was deficient. And no one, not even my doctor, had told me it might be magnesium.

So, we already know that perimenopause and menopause wreak havoc on our bodies. We also know that we must accept the process of aging and we need a fast and easy remedy for our multiple symptoms. And now we know that Magnesium offers a huge array of benefits and relief. But surprise! Not all magnesiums are created equal, and some of them barely get past your stomach lining.

Here is my no-nonsense breakdown to put all of us ‘in the know’ of the most efficient forms of magnesium to the types that should be completely avoided. Starting from my favorite and the one I depend on to the least who left me even more depleted.

1. Magnesium glycinate (85% absorption)

   This one is my absolute favorite and the one I use specifically. She is the QUEEN: highly absorbable, gentle on the gut, and supports everything from blood sugar to mood, migraines to collagen production. Should be taken at night! Bonus: it’s a precursor to glutathione and plays well with others. Glycinate has no interference with other minerals and it’s a natural anti-inflammatory and supports collagen. For maximum absorption be sure you got enough Vitamin D so it and you will really shine.

2. Magnesium threonate (75% absorption)

   The brainy one. Threonate crosses the blood brain barrier meaning that it boosts cognitive function while also helping you sleep. So say goodbye to brain fog sleep deprivation, and bodyaches all at the same time. What a superstar!

3. Magnesium Malate (40% absorption)

   Think muscle recovery and energy restoration. Malate is ideal for when you’re dragging yourself out of a hormonal fatigue or have gone just a little too extreme at the gym. And with an absorption rate of 40% who can say no?

4. Magnesium citrate, (30% absorption)

   Popular and dependable. Citrate can be found easily at your local pharmacy or supermarket and is often the type included in multivitamins for adults and kids. It is great for kidney stone prevention and keeping things moving…if you know what I mean. Just don’t take too much or you will have to stay close your bathroom the whole day long. Ouch!

5. Magnesium lactate (25% absorption)

   Taking Lactate will boost your energy, show up for your heart, and is gentle on your stomach and gut lining. Though it doesn’t have the best absorption rate, if you’re looking for better digestion and energy, this is the one for you.

6. Magnesium taurate (20% absorption)

   Your heart’s new BFF. With cardiovascular support it’s like a gentle hug for your ticker. You can find it in a combination magnesium like this one I’ve linked. It’s a magnesium biglycinate with 75% absorbtion and the added friend that is Taurate at 20% absorbtion. Hey girls!

7. Magnesium orotate (15% absorption)

   Difficult to find but my oh my what results. This form penetrates the cell wall, boosts energy, and fights oxidative stress. So this is a step up! It’s the overachiever quietly caffeinating your mitochondria and offer a boost toward aging gracefully.

8. Magnesium sulfate (10% absorption)

   Also known as Epsom salts. Great for soaking in a bath, but not so much for actual absorption. If you suffer achy muscles, this is the ok option if you want some quality “me” time as it will relieve those aches and pains. But be cautious about taking it orally as it will also leave you on the throne. And not the kind that we like.

9. Magnesium oxide (4% absorption)

   This little magnesium is cheap cheap cheap, which is why you will find it absolutely everywhere. It’s basically the intern of the magnesium world and its overconfidence is mostly useless. Unless you’re trying to fight off heartburn or spend some serious quality time in the toilet. Avoid at all costs!

   Listening to your body will give you the signal that you are depleted. When I feel an ache coming on it starts at my hip. At times I think it might be because I didn’t sleep well or have I am simply stressed (overthinking much?!). When I start to stretch my legs I can feel pain radiating in my hamstrings down to my calf. If I take my Magnesium Glycinate, the relief is almost immediate. I would caution taking it in the morning as it caused me to feel even more sleepy. And do remember that pairing it with Vitamin D with aid absorbtion while Calcium will compete for absorbtion.

   So, my gorgeous little stressed out perimenopausal babes, now we all know that choosing the right form of magnesium can make all the difference. Whether you’re battling brain fog, body aches, or just trying to feel like yourself again, give your body the support it actually is asking for and start with a magnesium that works for you not against you.

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