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Can You Take Magnesium Taurate and Zinc Together?
May affect absorption
The short answer
Magnesium (as Magnesium Taurate) and zinc may compete for intestinal absorption at high doses.
How to arrange timing
Consider separating magnesium taurate 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.