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Magnesium Oxide

Vitamins/Minerals · Evidence: Limited · Importance: Low

A cheap, common magnesium form with poor absorption.

Educational only — not medical advice. BodEvo summarizes research cautiously and labels estimates as estimates. Talk to a physician or registered dietitian before starting any supplement, diet, or training program.

What the evidence says

Low bioavailability makes it a poor choice for correcting magnesium status, though it works as a laxative.

Typical dose & timing

Dose: Per label.

Timing: With water.

Role in a stack

Budget but inefficient magnesium.

Redundancy check: Glycinate/citrate absorb better for raising magnesium status.

Cautions & safety

Poorly absorbed for repletion; mainly acts as a laxative.

Laxative effect. Educational only.

Best for

budget regularity (laxative effect)

Use it in the app: open the Supplement Library and Stack Builder — free, local-first, no account required.