NOW Foods Magnesium Citrate 400 mg - 120 Veg Capsules

NOW Foods Magnesium Citrate provides 400 mg of elemental magnesium per serving from magnesium citrate. Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in many normal functions throughout the body, including energy production, muscle contraction, nerve impulse transmission and enzyme activity.

Quick Facts

• 400 mg of elemental magnesium per serving

• Magnesium source: Magnesium Citrate

• Serving size: 3 vegetarian capsules

• 120 vegetarian capsules per bottle

• 40 servings per bottle

• Vegetarian / Vegan

• Made without wheat or gluten ingredients

• Made without soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts or sesame ingredients

What Does Magnesium Do?

Magnesium is an essential mineral that your body needs for many normal biological processes.

It contributes to:

• Normal energy production and metabolism

• Normal muscle contraction

• Normal nerve impulse transmission

• Normal enzyme function

• Bone mineralization

Magnesium is also involved in processes related to protein synthesis, fatty acid synthesis and glucose metabolism. 

How to Take It

According to NOW Foods, adults should take:

3 capsules daily, preferably in divided doses, with food.

Taking the capsules with food may make them easier to tolerate.

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 3 Veg Capsules

Servings Per Container: 40

Magnesium: 400 mg — 95% Daily Value

Source: Magnesium Citrate

Other Ingredients

Hypromellose (cellulose capsule), ascorbyl palmitate and silicon dioxide.

This product is not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients. It is produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens. 

Important Information

For adults only.

Consult a healthcare professional if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

Natural color variation may occur in this product.

This magnesium citrate is a fully reacted mineral supplement.

Made and quality tested in the USA with globally sourced ingredients. 

Frequently Asked Questions

How much magnesium is in each serving?

Each serving provides 400 mg of elemental magnesium from magnesium citrate. A serving is 3 vegetarian capsules.

How many servings are in the bottle?

The 120-capsule bottle contains 40 servings when taken according to the manufacturer’s suggested usage of 3 capsules per serving.

What form of magnesium does this product contain?

This product contains magnesium citrate, providing 400 mg of elemental magnesium per serving.

How should I take Magnesium Citrate?

NOW Foods recommends taking 3 capsules daily, preferably divided into separate doses, with food.

Is this product vegetarian or vegan?

Yes. NOW Foods identifies the capsules as vegetarian, and the product is suitable for a vegan diet. 

Why is magnesium important?

Magnesium is involved in many normal processes in the body, including energy metabolism, muscle contraction, nerve impulse transmission and enzyme function.

Can magnesium supplements cause digestive discomfort?

Some people may experience digestive changes when taking magnesium supplements. If you are sensitive to magnesium supplements or have questions about the appropriate amount for you, consider speaking with a healthcare professional.

Can magnesium interact with medications?

Magnesium supplements can interact with certain medications. If you take prescription or over-the-counter medication regularly, ask your healthcare professional or pharmacist whether magnesium supplementation is appropriate for you.