The 5 Benefits of Magnesium Taurate

By Dr. J.E. Williams | | Reading Time: 2 minutes

Magnesium Taurate

Magnesium taurate benefits the heart. It has prominent antihypertensive and cardioprotective effects, which researchers attribute to its potent antioxidant activity. It is used as a nutritional supplement to improve cardiovascular health. It also offers other benefits, including improved sleep and better glucose management. However, despite its many advantages and safety, it’s not commonly prescribed.

5 Benefits of Magnesium Taurate:

  1. Neurological benefits: Magnesium taurate may have neuroprotective properties.
  2. Lowers high blood pressure: Has restorative effects on normalizing blood pressure.
  3. Sleep support: May improve sleep quality by regulating neurotransmitters involved in sleep.
  4. Glycemic control: Research indicates that magnesium taurate may help manage blood sugar levels.
  5. Anticataract benefits: A 2016 study found that topical liposomal magnesium taurate delays cataract formation. It’s not known if the oral form has similar benefits for eye health.
GET YOUR SUPPLEMENTS

In my clinical practice, I use MAGNESIUM TAURATE by Cardiovascular Research. Each capsule contains 125 mg of magnesium taurate. Take one capsule daily for prevention and up to 3 capsules twice daily for treatment of chronic cardiovascular diseases.

Adding vitamin B6 can improve the therapeutic properties of magnesium taurate. Vitamin B6 is a coenzyme involved in over 150 biochemical reactions in the body. Take 100-200 mg of B6 (as
pyridoxine HCL) once daily.

Magnesium Taurate is an underused, safe supplement with many health benefits, especially when paired with vitamin B6.

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Selected Citations

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