Aquamin Mg
Also known as: Aquamin, Marine magnesium, Seawater-derived Mg
Multi-mineral complex with magnesium hydroxide as the primary active; bioavailability comparable to other Mg hydroxides; trace minerals act as co-factors.
Last reviewed: 2026-06-23 · 1 indexed study
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Overview
Aquamin Mg is a marine-source magnesium hydroxide derived from purified Atlantic seawater, providing magnesium alongside ~74 trace minerals.
Mechanism & Function
Mechanism of Action
Provides magnesium for ATP-binding and enzymatic function; trace minerals support bone matrix and joint cartilage.
Physiological Role
Used in clean-label sports formulas; modest evidence for joint comfort beyond Mg alone.
Primary Pathways
Performance / Health Relevance
Manufacturer-funded RCTs show modest joint comfort improvements; magnesium component supports recovery.
Evidence Review
No meta-analyses or systematic reviews indexed for this ingredient yet.
Dimensions marked N/A have no indexed evidence of that class. They are shown as unavailable rather than scored.
Compare Magnesium Forms
Full comparison5 magnesium forms are indexed. Bioavailability, clinical evidence, and best-use cases differ meaningfully between them.
| Form | Evidence |
|---|---|
Aquamin MgThis page Comparable to other Mg hydroxide forms. | 58/100 |
| Magnesium Glycinate Glycinate chelation provides ~80% relative bioavailability vs ~4% for magnesium oxide. | 84/100 |
| Magnesium Citrate ~25–30% absorption — superior to oxide; below glycinate for neurological endpoints. | 70/100 |
| Magnesium L-Threonate Described by the developers and trial abstracts as having superior ability to raise brain magnesium concentrations compared with other magnesium salts. | 54/100 |
| Magnesium Oxide In patients with marked intestinal malabsorption (ileal resection), magnesium oxide showed lower absorption compared with a magnesium diglycinate chelate in a crossover study (7815675). | 52/100 |
Practical Use & Dosage
- Minimum Effective Dose
- 150 mg elemental Mg/day
- Optimal Range
- 300–400 mg elemental Mg/day
- Upper / Caution Level
- ~400 mg/day before GI effects
- Timing
- With food or evening
- Best Format
- Powder, capsule
- Bioavailability
- Comparable to other Mg hydroxide forms.
- Absorption Considerations
- Standard Mg absorption pathways.
Safety & Interactions
Side Effects
- •Loose stools at high doses
Contraindications
- Severe renal impairment
Drug Interactions
- •Tetracyclines
- •Bisphosphonates
Who Should Avoid
- •End-stage CKD
Monitoring
Serum Mg in renal patients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Auto-generated from indexed evidence — dosage, safety, interactions, and more.
When is Aquamin Mg typically used or indicated?
Aquamin Mg is most commonly used for: Magnesium repletion, Bone and joint support, Marine-source mineral. Used in clean-label sports formulas; modest evidence for joint comfort beyond Mg alone.
How does Aquamin Mg work?
Provides magnesium for ATP-binding and enzymatic function; trace minerals support bone matrix and joint cartilage.
What is the recommended dose of Aquamin Mg?
The optimal range is 300–400 mg elemental Mg/day. with a minimum effective dose of 150 mg elemental Mg/day. Best taken: With food or evening. Upper / caution level: ~400 mg/day before GI effects.
What are the side effects of Aquamin Mg?
Reported side effects include: Loose stools at high doses. Monitoring: Serum Mg in renal patients.
Does Aquamin Mg interact with medications?
Known or theoretical interactions: Tetracyclines; and Bisphosphonates. Always check with a clinician before combining with prescription medication.
Who should avoid Aquamin Mg?
Aquamin Mg is generally not recommended for: End-stage CKD; and Severe renal impairment.
How strong is the evidence for Aquamin Mg?
Evidence level: Moderate (overall score 58/100), based on 1 indexed study on SuppIndex.
Research & References (1)
Aquamin supplementation for knee osteoarthritis: a 12-week pilot RCT
Modest improvements in pain and stiffness vs glucosamine arm.
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Related Ingredients
Other top-rated ingredients in Minerals.
Magnesium Glycinate
84/100An amino acid chelate of magnesium providing elemental Mg²⁺ bound to two glycine molecules, offering superior bioavailability and minimal gastrointestinal side effects.
Calcium Citrate
75/100Calcium bound to citric acid; ~24% elemental Ca by mass; absorbed across the small intestine via active transport and paracellular diffusion regardless of gastric pH.
Zinc
74/100Systematic reviews and meta-analyses of human trials show that oral zinc supplementation reduces duration and increases recovery rates in acute and persistent watery diarrhoea in children; lowers inflammatory lesion counts in acne; reduces pain severity in primary dysmenorrhea; and in small trials (20–30 mg/day) improved fasting glucose and 2‑hr OGTT in people with prediabetes. Adverse effects reported include increased vomiting in children receiving zinc for diarrhoea.
Research Overview
Moderate EvidenceCite this ingredient
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SuppIndex. (2026). Aquamin Mg: Evidence summary, dosage and clinical studies. Retrieved October 16, 2026, from https://thesuppindex.com/ingredients/aquamin-mg
Based on 1 indexed studies · Evidence level: Moderate.
Goal Ratings
Stack Compatibility
Combine with vitamin D, K2, glycine for bone/sleep matrix.