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Can You Take Magnesium and Trace Minerals Together?
May affect absorption
The short answer
Trace mineral supplements contain multiple competing minerals that may reduce absorption of supplemental magnesium.
How to arrange timing
Consider separating trace minerals and magnesium by 2 hours.
Reference
Reference noted for this combination: NIH ODS; NatMed Pro Trace Minerals Monograph
Important context
Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.