Can You Take Magnesium Malate and Zinc Together?

May affect absorption

The short answer

Magnesium (as Magnesium Malate) and zinc may compete for intestinal absorption at high doses.

How to arrange timing

Consider separating magnesium malate and zinc by 2 hours.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Spencer H, J Am Coll Nutr 1994

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.