Magnesium supplements are probably one of the most common supplements that people take. As I shared in Part 1 of this conversation, magnesium is critical for over 300 biochemical reactions in your body! It is important to convert Vitamin D to its active form. It also activates ATP (your body's energy currency) that I've discussed in a previous episode HERE. So yes, magnesium is critical to the proper functioning of your body. It's one of the most common nutrient depletions that I discover in clients. But when it comes to picking the right form of magnesium, that's where things can get tricky! In today's episode, I'm going to break all that down for you so you know what the best type is for you! Or, listen on your favorite app: iTunes (Apple Podcasts) | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn In this episode: 5 different types of magnesium to choose from Differences between each form of magnesium (based on your symptoms) The most absorbable magnesium supplements to take Best test to check your magnesium levels What can block magnesium absorption When to avoid taking magnesium supplements Quotes: There are five forms that are most commonly available on the market -- magnesium glycinate, magnesium citrate, magnesium oxide, magnesium threonate and magnesium malate. The type of magnesium that you take does matter, especially if you're more diarrhea or constipation prone, or if you want to go to sleep at night. Absorption can be hindered in cases of celiac disease and IBD. And if you have gut dysbiosis, some unfriendly bugs hanging out in your gut can essentially steal magnesium from you before it's absorbed.