Our third pick is Pomona Wellness Magnesium. Unfortunately we did not find a manufacturer’s website, so information about the company is limited. Sales are done exclusively via third-party sites such as Amazon. The claims mentioned on their Amazon page include GMP and non-GMO certifications as well as being manufactured in the USA.
Unfortunately we did not see any mention of a guarantee, nor confirmation whether this product is vegetarian or vegan-friendly. We are less familiar with this brand, however, based on their Amazon home page, they seem to have a decent range of products and health supplements.
Is Pomona Wellness Magnesium Effective?
This formula contains a mere two types of Magnesium: Oxide and Citrate as a 500 mg daily serving. While Magnesium Citrate is known to be more soluble and easier to absorb, there are no other ingredients in this formula to boost the bioavailability of Magnesium. In addition, a 500 mg daily serving of Magnesium is very high and poses a risk of it not absorbing adequately. A supplement that contains just Magnesium on its own, does not absorb easily, which is why we look for Magnesium supplements that contain bioavailable ingredients that help absorb Magnesium in an efficient way such as Vitamin B6 and black pepper extract Piperine. The key to finding an effective Magnesium supplement doesn’t necessarily lie in the quantity of Magnesium, but in the quality and choice of ingredients. We believe that finding a product that contains ingredients that will optimize the efficacy of Magnesium and elevate its absorption will prove more effective. Unfortunately this product just contains Magnesium in two forms (Citrate and Oxide), without any other ingredients to support its absorption. We do like that this product is cGMP and non-GMO certified and is manufactured in an FDA approved facility. Additionally, there are a number of positive reviews online that do support the idea that this product works. Unfortunately, there is no mention whether this product is vegan or not, and the manufacturer does not offer a satisfaction guarantee should you not find it effective.
Is Pomona Wellness Magnesium Safe?
There are no mentioned side effects of taking this product. As with any new supplement or diet introduced into your daily life, we always advise talking to your healthcare professional about possible contraindications of any pre-existing medical conditions or medications that you are taking. Supplements work differently for everyone and the effects vary between individuals so it is always a good idea to run any health changes by a professional.
Approved Science Magnesium Complex
Nutricost Magnesium Complex
Pomona Wellness Magnesium
Mountain Top Magnesium
Contains 4 types of Magnesium: Bisglycinate, Malate, Oxide & Citrate
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Contains an ideal 200 mg of Magnesium per daily serving
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Contains Vitamin B6 to reduce anxiety & boost absorption
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Contains BioPerine® for increased absorption
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No Dyes, Additives, Preservatives, or Artificial Ingredients
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Third-Party Tested for Purity
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Money-Back Guarantee
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Summary
When comparing this product to other Magnesium supplements on the market, it falls short. It contains just two forms of Magnesium: Citrate and Oxide. While we appreciate the inclusion of Magnesium Citrate seeing as it is a more absorbable form of Magnesium, we believe this manufacturer could have included additional forms of Magnesium to create an all-round beneficial Magnesium supplement. We were also disappointed that they did not include any bioavailable ingredients such as Piperine, (black pepper extract) to really boost the absorption of Magnesium, making its effect that much more potent. Overall, this is not a bad product, but we think you can find better.
