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Magnesium Gummies & Tablets for Nerve & Bone

Discover how Magnesium gummies and tablets support nervous system health, bone density, and muscle relaxation. Learn about key ingredients and benefits.

Essential Mineral

What Magnesium Is and Why It Matters

Magnesium is the fourth most abundant cation in the human body and a critical cofactor in over 300 enzyme systems that regulate energy metabolism, neuromuscular function, cardiovascular health, bone integrity, and psychological well-being. Whether you're exploring Magnesium gummies or tablet-based formulas, the goal is the same: ensuring your body has enough of this essential mineral to carry out its daily work.

Nature's Sunshine Magnesium provides nervous system support and assists in a wide variety of bodily functions. Used by several hundred enzymes in their daily tasks, Magnesium is found in the bones, soft tissues, and blood. It helps metabolize various nutrients such as vitamin C, Phosphorus, potassium, and sodium.

Emerging evidence confirms that nearly two-thirds of the population in the Western world is not achieving the recommended daily allowance for Magnesium β€” a deficiency problem contributing to various health conditions. Early signs of deficiency include loss of appetite, nausea, fatigue, and weakness. As deficiency worsens, numbness, tingling, muscle cramps, and abnormal heart rhythms can occur.

Calcium and Magnesium are nutritional partners and work best when taken together, which is why this formula includes both minerals in a single tablet. If you have questions about whether Magnesium gummies or tablets are the right fit for your daily routine, our naturopath is available for a free consultation.

How It Works

Supporting Nerves, Bones, and Muscles

Nature's Sunshine Magnesium is formulated around three core areas of support: nervous system health, bone density, and muscle cramps. Each of these areas traces back to well-documented roles Magnesium plays at the cellular level.

Nervous system: Magnesium acts as a natural NMDA receptor antagonist, modulating synaptic transmission and neuronal excitability. Research suggests that deficiency is associated with increased risk of neurological symptoms, and supplementation supports normal nerve function.

Bone density: Magnesium is an essential cofactor in bone mineral metabolism, enzyme activity for bone matrix synthesis, and is required for vitamin D activation. Observational data from large cohort studies have found higher Magnesium intake associated with 2–3% greater bone density in women.

Muscle relaxation: Magnesium deficiency impairs muscle relaxation β€” muscles contract normally but may struggle to fully release when levels are low. This formula also boosts energy production through Magnesium's pivotal role in ATP synthesis and promotes proper elimination.

Whether you prefer Magnesium gummies, capsules, or tablets, ensuring adequate daily intake is a meaningful step toward supporting these interconnected body systems.

What's inside

Key Ingredients

Calcium β€” 40 mg
Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the human body, with over 99% stored in bone as hydroxyapatite. It is the primary mineral constituent of bone and the most extensively studied supplement for bone density. Meta-analyses of randomized controlled trials demonstrate that Calcium supplementation may significantly improve bone mineral density, particularly in people under 35 building peak bone mass. Combined with vitamin D, research suggests it may attenuate bone loss in older adults. Calcium is also essential for muscle contraction and relaxation β€” hypocalcemia is recognized in standard medical references as a cause of muscle cramps, tetany, and spasms, and correction of low Calcium levels may resolve neuromuscular symptoms including cramping. In the nervous system, Calcium ions play a key role in neurotransmission, stabilizing membrane potential and controlling neuronal excitability. It is also one of the seven primary electrolytes identified by NIH, essential for enzyme activity and blood coagulation. In this formula, Calcium works synergistically alongside Magnesium, as Nature's Sunshine notes the two minerals are nutritional partners that work best when taken together.
Phosphorus β€” 30 mg
Phosphorus is the second most abundant mineral in the human body, with approximately 85% residing in bones and teeth where it forms hydroxyapatite alongside Calcium for structural integrity and strength. It is essential for ATP production β€” the body's primary energy currency β€” and plays key roles in regulating gene transcription, activating enzymes, and maintaining normal blood pH. Research recognizes Phosphorus as vital for bone mineralization; deficiency can cause rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults. Phosphorus also regulates the normal function of nerves and muscles, including the heart, and phospholipids containing Phosphorus are the primary components of neuronal cell membranes required for synaptic neurotransmission. As one of the seven major electrolytes per NIH, Phosphorus is co-regulated with Calcium via vitamin D, PTH, and calcitonin through renal and intestinal mechanisms.
Magnesium β€” 250 mg
Magnesium is the star ingredient in this formula, delivered as Magnesium oxide and Magnesium amino acid chelate at 250 mg per tablet. As a cofactor in more than 300 enzyme systems, Magnesium is required for protein synthesis, muscle and nerve function, blood glucose control, and blood pressure regulation. For bone health, observational data from large cohort studies found higher Magnesium intake associated with greater bone density in women, and clinical trials including the COMB study suggest supplementation may attenuate bone loss. Magnesium is the most studied mineral supplement for skeletal muscle cramps β€” deficiency impairs muscle relaxation, and a 2024 systematic review found that supplementation reduced muscle soreness, improved performance and recovery, and exerted a protective effect on muscle damage. In the nervous system, Magnesium acts as a natural NMDA receptor antagonist modulating neuronal excitability. Research also suggests it may support neurotransmitter balance: a 2017 RCT showed 248 mg/day significantly reduced both depression and anxiety scores. Magnesium deficiency is common β€” an estimated 56–68% of Americans do not obtain enough Magnesium daily to meet the recommended dietary allowance.
Kelp leaf and stem
Kelp is a brown seaweed belonging to the order Laminariales and is a rich source of vitamins and minerals, including dietary iodine. Kelp has a long history of traditional medicinal use β€” Japanese and Chinese cultures used it for glandular support as far back as 300 BC, and Pacific Northwest Indigenous peoples traditionally used various Kelp species to address headaches and other ailments. Kelp's primary established mechanism in humans is the delivery of bioavailable dietary iodine, which supports thyroid hormone production. The main biologically active compounds in Kelp include polysaccharides such as alginic acid, laminarin, and fucoidan, along with minerals including iodine, Magnesium, potassium, and Calcium. Alginates and laminarin are soluble dietary fibers comprising 40–60% of Kelp dry weight.
Licorice root
Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) has been used worldwide as a medicine for over 4,000 years, with records in the Assyrian Herbal (2000 BC) and the Ebers Papyrus (1600 BC). It was traditionally used for coughing, asthma, wound healing, and diseases of the lungs, liver, and arteries. In traditional Chinese medicine, licorice appears in approximately 60% of prescriptions. The root contains over 300 active compounds, with glycyrrhizin β€” a triterpenoid saponin about 50 times sweeter than sucrose β€” as the primary active constituent, along with flavonoids such as liquiritin and isoliquiritigenin. Licorice root has traditionally been used in herbal medicine to support gastrointestinal comfort, and the German Commission E approves its use for catarrhal conditions of the upper respiratory tract.
Peppermint leaves
Peppermint (Mentha Γ— piperita) is a hybrid mint indigenous to Europe and the Middle East, with a medicinal history reaching back to ancient Egypt β€” dried Peppermint leaves were found in Egyptian pyramids dating to 1000 BC. It has traditionally been used as a remedy for indigestion, and the ancient Greeks and Romans valued it as a stomach soother. The primary active constituents are menthol (approximately 40.7%) and menthone (23.4%). Peppermint contains L-menthol, which blocks Calcium channels in smooth muscle, producing antispasmodic effects on the gastrointestinal tract. The German Commission E approved Peppermint leaf for spastic complaints of the gastrointestinal tract as well as the gall bladder and bile ducts.
White willow bark
White willow bark (Salix alba) has a fascinating medicinal history spanning over 3,500 years β€” Sumerians and Egyptians used it as a painkiller and antipyretic, and Hippocrates reportedly prescribed it for fever and pain. The characteristic constituents are derivatives of salicin, which is metabolized in the body to salicylic acid β€” the compound that ultimately inspired the development of modern aspirin. However, research has shown that willow bark's effects extend beyond salicin alone: flavonoids and polyphenols contribute to its traditional analgesic and anti-inflammatory profile. The European Medicines Agency recognizes willow bark preparations for short-term treatment of lower back pain and relief of fever associated with the common cold.
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Who Benefits

Who Magnesium Gummies and Tablets Are For

If you're drawn to Magnesium gummies or looking for a well-rounded Magnesium tablet, this formula may be especially relevant for a few groups of people.

Adults concerned about bone density: Both Magnesium and Calcium are foundational to skeletal health. Research suggests that adequate intake of these minerals β€” especially when combined β€” may help maintain bone mineral density across life stages.

People experiencing occasional muscle cramps: Magnesium deficiency impairs muscle relaxation, and Calcium deficiency is recognized as a contributor to muscle cramps and spasms. This formula provides both minerals in a single convenient tablet.

Those seeking nervous system support: Magnesium modulates neuronal excitability, and studies suggest it may support neurotransmitter balance. Phosphorus and Calcium also contribute to normal nerve transmission.

Older adults: As we age, Magnesium absorption and retention can decrease. Men older than 70 and teenage girls are most likely to have low intakes of Magnesium. Older adults are more susceptible to deficiency due to decreased absorption from food and increased medication use.

Not sure which form is best for your situation? Our naturopath offers free consultations to help you find the right approach.

Usage Guide

How to Take Nature's Sunshine Magnesium

Take 1 tablet daily with a meal. Each bottle contains 180 tablets.

This formula delivers 250 mg of Magnesium per tablet through Magnesium oxide and Magnesium amino acid chelate, along with 40 mg of Calcium and 30 mg of Phosphorus, in a base of Licorice root, Kelp plant, Peppermint leaves, and White willow bark.

Because Calcium and Magnesium are nutritional partners, taking them together β€” as this formula provides β€” may help the body use both minerals more effectively. Vitamin D also helps the body better absorb Calcium, so consider pairing this supplement with adequate vitamin D intake from sunshine or supplementation.

About the author

Written by Greg Howlett

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Greg Howlett

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Greg has spent over a decade helping customers choose the right natural-health products. He personally vets every formula we carry and writes these guides to cut through the marketing noise with practical, experience-based advice.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much Magnesium is in each tablet?

Each tablet provides 250 mg of Magnesium from Magnesium oxide and Magnesium amino acid chelate, along with 40 mg of Calcium and 30 mg of Phosphorus. The serving size is one tablet taken daily with a meal.

Why are Calcium and Magnesium included together?

Calcium and Magnesium are nutritional partners that work best when taken together. Both minerals play essential roles in bone health, muscle function, and nerve transmission. Magnesium also affects the concentrations of parathyroid hormone and the active form of vitamin D, which are major regulators of Calcium and bone homeostasis.

Can Magnesium supplements cause digestive side effects?

Magnesium supplements can occasionally cause nausea, cramps, or softening of stool, particularly at higher doses. Side effects are more common with inorganic forms like Magnesium oxide. Taking the tablet with a meal, as directed, may help minimize any digestive discomfort.

Is Magnesium gummies or tablets a better form?

Both Magnesium gummies and tablets can deliver meaningful amounts of Magnesium. This Nature's Sunshine formula comes as a tablet with 250 mg of Magnesium per serving. The best form is the one you'll take consistently. If you'd like help choosing the right option for your needs, our naturopath is available for a free consultation.

How common is Magnesium deficiency?

Quite common. It is estimated that between 56 and 68% of Americans do not obtain enough Magnesium in their diet daily to meet the recommended dietary allowance. Men older than 70, teenage girls, individuals with gastrointestinal disorders, those with type 2 diabetes, people with alcohol dependence, and those on certain long-term medications are particularly at risk.

Does Magnesium interact with any medications?

Yes. Magnesium can interact with several types of medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline and quinolone antibiotics, certain diuretics, proton pump inhibitors, and gabapentin. If you take prescription medications, it's a good idea to discuss Magnesium supplementation with a healthcare professional. Our naturopath is also available for a free consultation to help answer questions.

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