{"id":2102,"date":"2025-02-23T16:48:57","date_gmt":"2025-02-23T15:48:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/?p=2102"},"modified":"2025-02-03T16:30:59","modified_gmt":"2025-02-03T15:30:59","slug":"magnesium-carbonate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/magnesium-carbonate\/","title":{"rendered":"What Magnesium Carbonate is used for, properties, dosage, and contraindications"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <strong>magnesium carbonate<\/strong> is a chemical compound based on the formula of magnesium. It is a micronutrient necessary for humans and is present in foods such as vegetables, although it can also be taken as a daily dose through capsules and powder included in supplements.<\/p><aside class=\"adsini\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><!-- ah_inicio_articulo --><ins class=\"adsbygoogle ah-inicio-articulo\" style=\"display:block\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9582652217436894\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"2508209597\" data-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins><script>(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});<\/script><\/aside>\n<p>This mineral is considered an essential nutrient, as its intake is necessary for the body to metabolize it. Humans and animals cannot synthesize it naturally, which is why it is always recommended to include it in the diet and, when necessary, take a product containing it to <strong>avoid deficiencies<\/strong> and nervous system problems.<\/p>\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"toc_white no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#What-is-magnesium-carbonate\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">1<\/span> What is magnesium carbonate?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#What-is-it-used-for\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">2<\/span> What is it used for?<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Laxative-for-constipation\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.1<\/span> Laxative for constipation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Properties-and-Benefits\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">3<\/span> Properties and Benefits<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Side-Effects-and-Contraindications\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">4<\/span> Side Effects and Contraindications<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#How-to-Take-Magnesium-Carbonate\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">5<\/span> How to Take Magnesium Carbonate<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#From-Food\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">5.1<\/span> From Food<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Powder-and-Capsules\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">5.2<\/span> Powder and Capsules<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Constipation\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">5.3<\/span> Constipation<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Weight-Loss\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">5.4<\/span> Weight Loss<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Dosage\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">6<\/span> Dosage<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Magnesium-Carbonate-vs-Magnesium-Chloride\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">7<\/span> Magnesium Carbonate vs Magnesium Chloride<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#What-is-the-price\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">8<\/span> What is the price?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<h2><span id=\"What-is-magnesium-carbonate\">What is magnesium carbonate?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It is a mineral that works as a nutrient in the human body. It can be found naturally in nature, forming part of rocks and sediments.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-98133 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/magnesium-carbonate.jpg\" alt=\"What is magnesium carbonate\" width=\"700\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/magnesium-carbonate.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/magnesium-carbonate-336x144.jpg 336w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<p>Magnesium carbonate has a <strong>chemical formula<\/strong> <strong>MgCO<sub>3<\/sub><\/strong> and is white, solid, and extracted from the mineral called <a href=\"https:\/\/es.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Magnesita\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>magnesite<\/em><\/a>. This mineral is mainly composed of magnesium in its carbonated form, in addition to containing iron, calcium, carbon monoxide, and nickel.<\/p>\n<p>In its natural state, it is toxic, requiring extraction, processing, and purification to obtain all its properties and health benefits. We now find different formulas and commercial presentations such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/magnesium-lactate\/\"><strong>lactate<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/quelato-de-magnesio\/\"><strong>magnesium chelate<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/magnesium-aspartate\/\"><strong>aspartate<\/strong><\/a>, chloride, and carbonate, the one discussed in this article, magnesium carbonate.<\/p><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><center><aside class=\"ads2\"><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\" data-ad-layout=\"in-article\" data-ad-format=\"fluid\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9582652217436894\" data-ad-slot=\"1797353553\"><\/ins><script>(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});<\/script><\/aside><\/center><div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"What-is-it-used-for\">What is it used for?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As a micronutrient necessary for many body functions, magnesium carbonate helps regulate sleep function, restore brain function balance, and even assist the muscular system and improve calcium absorption in bones.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-98135 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/magnesium-carbonate-what-is-it-for.jpg\" alt=\"Magnesium carbonate, what is it used for\" width=\"700\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/magnesium-carbonate-what-is-it-for.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/magnesium-carbonate-what-is-it-for-336x144.jpg 336w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<p>Magnesium has many functions, all of which are related to vital functions.<\/p>\n<p>But if you have <em>questions<\/em> about <strong>what magnesium carbonate is used for<\/strong>, we list its functions in a table below:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Regulate the sleep cycle.<\/li>\n<li>Promote bowel movements (it is a laxative).<\/li>\n<li>Fix calcium in bones.<\/li>\n<li>Eliminate fatigue and chronic tiredness.<\/li>\n<li>Produce proteins and allow their absorption.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain proper brain function.<\/li>\n<li>Achieve proper cell division.<\/li>\n<li>Regulate the body&#8217;s electrolyte balance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span id=\"Laxative-for-constipation\">Laxative for constipation<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It belongs to the group of laxatives, providing benefits against constipation. <strong>Magnesium carbonate for constipation is very effective<\/strong> and, in many cases, gastroenterologists recommend it as a medicinal product for its properties.<\/p><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><center><!-- ah_3_ads --><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9582652217436894\" data-ad-slot=\"7212672277\" data-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins><script>(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});<\/script><\/aside><\/center><div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<p>By increasing the daily dose, it will have a purgative effect on the intestines, facilitating bowel movements.<\/p>\n<p>Laxative properties are usually associated with high doses, which can lead to diarrhea.<\/p>\n<p>Doses exceeding <strong>500 mg<\/strong> are considered laxatives. However, if you are seeking this property, it is best to have it recommended by a specialist evaluating your case. For this purpose, magnesium chloride is much more effective.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Properties-and-Benefits\">Properties and Benefits<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Since it participates in many essential systems of vertebrate animals, including humans, magnesium carbonate has health benefits.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-98136 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/magnesium-carbonate-properties.jpg\" alt=\"Properties and benefits of magnesium carbonate\" width=\"700\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/magnesium-carbonate-properties.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/magnesium-carbonate-properties-336x144.jpg 336w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<p>The electrolyte balance, muscle function, and central nervous system benefit from this substance when it enters the stomach.<\/p>\n<p>Thus, we can state that the <strong>properties and benefits of magnesium carbonate<\/strong> are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stabilizing the nervous system.<\/li>\n<li>Regulating fatigue processes.<\/li>\n<li>For muscles, tendons, and nerve endings.<\/li>\n<li>To improve the production of natural proteins.<\/li>\n<li>Increase the absorption of food nutrients.<\/li>\n<li>To allow the transmission of synaptic signals and the transfer of information between neurons and the nervous system of the whole body.<\/li>\n<li>Laxative.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The use of magnesium carbonate as a nutritional supplement is <a href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/legal-content\/ES\/TXT\/?uri=CELEX%3A32013D0163\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">authorized by the EU<\/a>, by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/drugs\/drug-safety-and-availability\/comunicado-de-la-fda-sobre-la-seguridad-de-los-medicamentos-fda-recomienda-que-no-se-use-el-sulfato\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">FDA<\/a>, and by most global organizations.<\/p>\n<p>MgCO<sub>3<\/sub> has been extensively studied, both for its properties and health benefits, also considering its possible side effects and contraindications, which we explain below.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Side-Effects-and-Contraindications\">Side Effects and Contraindications<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although, as mentioned, possible adverse reactions and cases where it should not be used have been studied, there are some differences between taking magnesium carbonate and its other forms like lactate or chelate, to name a few.<\/p>\n<p>If you are interested in learning about its effects on the body, we recommend reading the full information on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/magnesio-contraindicaciones-efectos-secundarios\/\"><strong>side effects and contraindications of magnesium<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>In this section, you will learn about the discomfort it causes, whether magnesium diarrhea is normal, and if you take any medication or treatment, the convenience or not of taking it in powder form or from food.<\/p>\n<p>Many people have <strong>some sensitivity<\/strong> to the side effects of magnesium carbonate, which is why it is recommended to always take it with food.<\/p>\n<p>If you notice <strong>diarrhea<\/strong> after taking the magnesium carbonate dose, when the symptoms subside, try taking it after having eaten something. Most people avoid this adverse reaction simply by eating a fruit, but remember, one of its properties is being a potent laxative.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"How-to-Take-Magnesium-Carbonate\">How to Take Magnesium Carbonate<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are two basic methods for taking magnesium carbonate or, alternatively, avoiding magnesium deficiency in the body:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Consume it through food.<\/li>\n<li>Take it through supplements sold in capsules and powder.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span id=\"From-Food\">From Food<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is the <strong>easiest and most useful<\/strong> way for most people. Simply include many fruits and vegetables, legumes, and nuts in your diet.<\/p>\n<p>Chocolate also plays an important role, a food that comes from cocoa, and like many other fruits, its content helps restore and control blood levels.<\/p>\n<p>You can see the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/propiedades-del-magnesio-beneficios\/\"><strong>best magnesium-rich foods<\/strong><\/a> and discover natural products that you may not have known contained magnesium.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Powder-and-Capsules\">Powder and Capsules<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is one of the most commonly used forms to <strong>avoid deficiencies<\/strong> in the body. Taking magnesium carbonate in powder form is very simple, and using tablets makes the task easier.<\/p>\n<p>To learn <strong>how to take magnesium carbonate<\/strong>, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Take 1 to 2 pills per day with a large glass of water.<\/li>\n<li>Optionally, to avoid some of its side effects like diarrhea, eat food before swallowing the pills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It is only necessary to take it once a day, generally in a single daily dose.<\/p>\n<p>The amounts may vary depending on the brand you buy. However, the recommended daily amount and exact dosage have been established, so you must follow it as per the instructions on the packaging to avoid overdosing or consuming more than necessary.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Constipation\">Constipation<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>For its laxative effects, it is ideal to take it at night. This way, magnesium carbonate for constipation can work over several hours, and by morning, you will likely feel the urge to go to the bathroom.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>dose for constipation<\/strong> should remain the same and should not be exceeded unless recommended by a doctor.<\/p>\n<p>For more potent effects, it is recommended not to eat food. This usually works if you take it in the morning, as skipping dinner may make it hard to sleep. Many people take it after waking up, and its effects take place within minutes, with the urge to use the bathroom becoming persistent.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Weight-Loss\">Weight Loss<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Although it is not a product or nutrient specifically designed for weight loss, the <strong>properties of magnesium for weight loss<\/strong> can be beneficial in certain cases.<\/p>\n<p>This mineral acts as a micronutrient, improving digestion and the absorption of food, which leads to benefits for digesting and absorbing fats. Additionally, since it has laxative effects, it will help evacuate waste correctly, reducing bloating and the sensation of increased volume in the stomach area.<\/p>\n<p>As with constipation, the <strong>dose of magnesium carbonate for weight loss<\/strong> should follow the recommended daily intake. These are listed below.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Dosage\">Dosage<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The dosage of magnesium carbonate should depend on age and personal condition. There are differences in the basic needs between children and adults, and variations in the dose needed for pregnant women.<\/p>\n<p>Below is the <strong>recommended daily dosage<\/strong> for all cases:<\/p>\n<table border=\"1\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Person and Age<\/th>\n<th>Dosage (mg)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Men<\/td>\n<td>400 to 420<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Women<\/td>\n<td>310 to 320<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Pregnancy<\/td>\n<td>350 to 360<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Breastfeeding Women<\/td>\n<td>310 to 320<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Adolescents (boys)<\/td>\n<td>410<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Adolescents (girls)<\/td>\n<td>360<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Pregnant Adolescents<\/td>\n<td>400<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Breastfeeding Adolescents<\/td>\n<td>360<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Children 9 to 13 years<\/td>\n<td>240<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Children 4 to 8 years<\/td>\n<td>130<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Children 1 to 3 years<\/td>\n<td>80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Infants 7 to 12 months<\/td>\n<td>75<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Infants and newborns up to 6 months<\/td>\n<td>30<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Constipation<\/td>\n<td>500 (always consult)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr \/>\n<p>The dosage for adolescents is considered valid for ages between 14 and 18, and the indicated amounts should be followed or adjusted based on whether the age is higher or lower.<\/p>\n<p>Regarding <em>exceeding the dosage<\/em> or causing an <strong>excess of magnesium carbonate<\/strong>, it is quite difficult for this to occur. The excess amounts are expelled through the human excretory system, meaning with urine and feces, so the amounts the body cannot use will be discarded.<\/p>\n<p>However, this does not mean it can be taken without control; it is difficult to have an excess in the body, but whenever you take it, follow the instructions.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Magnesium-Carbonate-vs-Magnesium-Chloride\">Magnesium Carbonate vs Magnesium Chloride<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-98137 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/magnesium-carbonate-chemical-structure.jpg\" alt=\"Magnesium carbonate vs magnesium chloride, which is better?\" width=\"336\" height=\"280\" title=\"\">Both forms are very good for people&#8217;s health, but depending on the effects you are looking for, you might need one or the other presentation. <strong>Magnesium chloride has strong laxative effects<\/strong>, while carbonate and lactate are much milder, providing fewer benefits against constipation.<\/p>\n<p>Another difference between magnesium carbonate and chloride is that the latter may have a metallic or even acidic taste, causing some people to experience gagging and vomiting.<\/p>\n<p>To avoid this, the <em>carbonated form is better<\/em>. Its taste is milder and more pleasant, not altering the taste of the palate.<\/p>\n<p>Regarding their differences for the stomach, <strong>carbonate also acts as a stomach protector<\/strong> because its pH is alkaline, higher than that of chloride. It is also used to treat hiatal hernia and gastroesophageal reflux. If you suffer from these conditions, you should avoid taking <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/cloruro-de-magnesio\/\">magnesium chloride<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"What-is-the-price\">What is the price?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The advantage of its sale is that it is very affordable, making it accessible to everyone. The <strong>price of magnesium carbonate<\/strong> ranges between 4 and 7 $.<\/p>\n<p>Costs can vary depending on the brand, container size, or the number of pills included in the package.<\/p>\n<\/p><aside class=\"ads\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><!-- ah_fin_articulo --><ins class=\"adsbygoogle ah-fin-articulo\" style=\"display:inline-block\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9582652217436894\" data-ad-slot=\"4055871191\"><\/ins><script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); <\/script><\/aside><aside class=\"ads-relacionado\"><center><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><!-- mismumi_relacionado --><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block\" data-ad-format=\"autorelaxed\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9582652217436894\" data-ad-slot=\"2966766890\"><\/ins><script>(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});<\/script><\/center><\/aside><div class=\"clear\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The magnesium carbonate is a chemical compound based on the formula of magnesium. It is a micronutrient necessary for humans and is present in foods such as vegetables, although it can also be taken&#46;&#46;&#46;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":98133,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[34],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2102"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2102"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2102\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/98133"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2102"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2102"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2102"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}