Comparison
Magnesium compared
On introdrink.ch, magnesium is available in three capsule versions: Magnesium Citrate and Magnesium Bisglycinate from Nature Heart and the Magnesium Complex from Annapurna Life. This page sets out the manufacturers' information side by side, so you can compare compound, amount and how to take them directly.
Manufacturers' information
All values are taken from the manufacturers' product pages (as of October 2026). You will find prices and delivery terms at each merchant.
| Feature | Magnesium CitrateNature Heart | Magnesium BisglycinateNature Heart | Magnesium Complex by Annapurna LifeAnnapurna Life |
|---|---|---|---|
| Form | Capsules | Capsules | Capsules |
| Magnesium compound | Magnesium citrate (trimagnesium dicitrate) | Magnesium bisglycinate | Five compounds: bisglycinate, citrate, taurate, lactate, glycerophosphate |
| Daily serving according to the manufacturer | 4 capsules | 4 capsules | 3 capsules |
| Magnesium per daily serving | 300 mg (80% NRV) | 360 mg (96% NRV) | 197.25 mg (16.8% NRV per capsule according to the manufacturer) |
| Ingredients | Magnesium citrate, capsule shell made of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose | Magnesium bisglycinate, capsule shell made of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose | Magnesium compounds, capsule shell free from carrageenan and PEG according to the manufacturer |
| How to take | 4 capsules daily, swallowed whole with plenty of water, with a meal | 4 capsules daily, swallowed whole with plenty of water, with a meal | 3 capsules daily |
| Manufacturer's notes | Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. | Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. | Not for pregnant or breastfeeding women or children. |
Magnesium Citrate
Nature Heart
- Form
- Capsules
- Magnesium compound
- Magnesium citrate (trimagnesium dicitrate)
- Daily serving according to the manufacturer
- 4 capsules
- Magnesium per daily serving
- 300 mg (80% NRV)
- Ingredients
- Magnesium citrate, capsule shell made of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose
- How to take
- 4 capsules daily, swallowed whole with plenty of water, with a meal
- Manufacturer's notes
- Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.
Magnesium Bisglycinate
Nature Heart
- Form
- Capsules
- Magnesium compound
- Magnesium bisglycinate
- Daily serving according to the manufacturer
- 4 capsules
- Magnesium per daily serving
- 360 mg (96% NRV)
- Ingredients
- Magnesium bisglycinate, capsule shell made of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose
- How to take
- 4 capsules daily, swallowed whole with plenty of water, with a meal
- Manufacturer's notes
- Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.
Magnesium Complex by Annapurna Life
Annapurna Life
- Form
- Capsules
- Magnesium compound
- Five compounds: bisglycinate, citrate, taurate, lactate, glycerophosphate
- Daily serving according to the manufacturer
- 3 capsules
- Magnesium per daily serving
- 197.25 mg (16.8% NRV per capsule according to the manufacturer)
- Ingredients
- Magnesium compounds, capsule shell free from carrageenan and PEG according to the manufacturer
- How to take
- 3 capsules daily
- Manufacturer's notes
- Not for pregnant or breastfeeding women or children.
The differences
- Compound: Nature Heart offers one single compound per product, magnesium citrate or magnesium bisglycinate. Annapurna Life blends five compounds.
- Amount: According to the manufacturers, the daily serving supplies 300 mg (citrate), 360 mg (bisglycinate) and 197.25 mg of magnesium (complex).
- Capsules per day: Nature Heart recommends 4 capsules, Annapurna Life 3 capsules.
We compare composition, amount and how to take the products. We do not judge which product works better.
Authorised claims for magnesium
- Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function.
- Magnesium contributes to a reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
- Magnesium contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system.
These claims are authorised for magnesium under Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 and apply to all three products.
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Note: Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced, varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the stated recommended daily intake. Keep out of reach of young children. This content is for general information only and is not a substitute for medical advice – please consult a doctor or pharmacist if you have health concerns. Any EFSA health claims mentioned refer to the respective nutrients at a sufficient daily intake. References to studies provide scientific context and do not constitute any claim to cure or any health effect.