Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Magnesium ascorbate is a compound that combines magnesium and vitamin C (ascorbic acid). While magnesium itself has been studied for its potential benefit in reducing the frequency and severity of certain types of headaches, including tension-type headaches and migraines, there is limited direct research specifically on magnesium ascorbate for tension headaches. The rationale for its use is primarily extrapolated from the known physiological roles of magnesium. Magnesium is involved in neuromuscular function and neurotransmitter regulation, and deficiency in magnesium has been associated with an increased risk of headaches, including tension-type headaches. Several clinical studies and reviews have found that magnesium supplementation may help reduce headache frequency, though the evidence is stronger for migraine than for tension-type headaches. Vitamin C does not have a known role in headache prevention or treatment, but magnesium ascorbate provides a bioavailable form of magnesium with the added benefit of vitamin C's antioxidant properties.

Overall, while there is some scientific basis for the use of magnesium (in general) in supporting the management of tension-type headaches, the evidence is modest and not specific to magnesium ascorbate. Most clinical trials use other forms of magnesium, such as magnesium citrate or magnesium oxide. Therefore, the use of magnesium ascorbate for tension headaches is supported by scientific rationale, but direct clinical evidence is limited, resulting in a modest evidence rating.

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