Also known as: magtein, magnesium L-threonate
Latest evidence update: 2025-01-14
Strongest in Consistency (95). Held back by Recency (20).
Solid mix of RCTs with some methodological gaps.
Few independent replications; results not yet robust.
Small combined sample; treat as preliminary.
Studies agree on direction of effect.
Mostly pre-2020 research; updates may be needed.
No quantified outcomes for Magnesium Threonateyet. Once the corpus has studies with measurable endpoints, you'll see per-outcome magnitude here.
Enhances memory and cognitive function in healthy adults, with stronger effects in older individuals
Improves the brain's ability to distinguish between similar situations and reduces excessive fear responses
Enhances pain relief from opioids and reduces the need for higher opioid doses in advanced cancer patients
Reduces constipation caused by opioid pain medications
Recommended: 1500-2000mg daily (144mg elemental Mg)
Magnesium Threonate is a form of Magnesium. The studies above are specifically about Magnesium Threonate; broader magnesium research differs in dose and bioavailability and lives on the parent page.
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Crosses the blood-brain barrier more effectively than standard magnesium supplements to increase brain magnesium levels