Morning Magnesium 120 Capsules

Smidge Morning Magnesium, formerly known as Wake Up Maggie, was created in response to a common challenge that many people face with magnesium supplementation: taking too much of one form of magnesium often causes digestive side effects, particularly loose bowels, which rather defeats the purpose of trying to support your health. Smidge's solution was elegant and effective: combine three different high-quality, gentle forms of magnesium in equal amounts, so you get the benefits of each type without overwhelming your system with any single one.

The three forms of magnesium in this formula are malate, orotate, and taurinate, each chosen for specific benefits that complement one another beautifully. Magnesium malate combines magnesium with malic acid, a naturally occurring organic acid found in many fruits. This form is particularly noted for its role in energy production, as malic acid is a key player in the Krebs cycle, the series of chemical reactions that generate cellular energy in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP). This makes magnesium malate an excellent choice for supporting natural, sustained energy throughout the day without the jitters or crashes associated with caffeine.

Magnesium taurinate combines magnesium with the amino acid taurine, creating a chelate that offers remarkable benefits for cardiovascular health. The taurine component also maximises absorption of the magnesium, making this form exceptionally bioavailable. Research published in the Journal of Biomedical Science has explored the wide ranging benefits of taurine, which include supporting heart rhythm regularity, maintaining healthy blood pressure, and promoting overall cardiovascular wellness. Magnesium taurinate helps support a steady heartbeat and even blood pressure, and the taurine component adds its own complementary benefits to heart and nervous system function.

Magnesium orotate is a salt combining magnesium with orotic acid, a natural substance found throughout the body and in dairy products. What makes orotates special is their ability to transport minerals directly into cells. Unlike many other mineral salts, magnesium orotate holds onto the magnesium ion as it enters the cell and delivers it right to the cellular membrane where it is needed. This means magnesium orotate is extremely well absorbed with very little waste. Research has demonstrated that regular magnesium orotate supplementation is researched for blood vessel elasticity and cardiovascular health, and it has shown benefits for exercise performance in athletes.

In addition to the three forms of magnesium, this formula includes a small amount of boron (1.5mg per four capsule serving, as bororganic glycine). Boron is a trace mineral that plays a crucial role in the absorption of calcium and magnesium, meaning it helps your body utilise the magnesium in this supplement more effectively. Boron is primarily known for supporting bone density, adding another dimension to the formula's bone health benefits.

The other ingredients are minimal and functional: vegetarian capsules (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and water), L leucine, silicon dioxide, and cellulose. Notably absent is magnesium citrate, which is found in many commercial magnesium supplements and can irritate sensitive systems. This product is shelf stable and does not require refrigeration.

The recommended dosage is four capsules per day, taken with food. Smidge suggests taking two capsules in the morning and two in the afternoon, ideally with breakfast and lunch respectively. It is important to avoid taking Morning Magnesium in the late afternoon or evening, as the energising properties may interfere with sleep. For effective magnesium support throughout the full 24 hour cycle, pair Morning Magnesium with Smidge Evening Magnesium (which contains magnesium glycinate complex). By combining the two products, you benefit from a total of five different types of premium magnesium working in synergy throughout the day and night.

Morning Magnesium is suitable for adults and children aged five and older (children should start with one capsule and work up to two). The capsules can be opened and the contents mixed with yoghurt or a smoothie for those who prefer not to swallow capsules. All ingredients are sourced from US mineral shale and each ingredient is tested to meet stringent regulatory standards. The product is manufactured in a cGMP certified facility with rigorous quality controls.

Magnesium taurinate in particular contributes to brain health through the combination of magnesium's role in normal nervous system function and taurine's documented neuroprotective properties.