Messi Biology stated that magnesium hydroxide has become a practical magnesium source in multi-mineral nutritional supplement formulas due to its mild alkalinity, moderate magnesium content and good process adaptability. In order to achieve safe, effective and user-friendly products, it is necessary to scientifically weigh the mineral ratio, control possible absorption antagonism, and optimize the compatibility and bioavailability of different ingredients through advanced formulation processes during formula design.
1. Good chemical stability
Magnesium hydroxide is a weakly alkaline inorganic salt with mild and stable properties. It is not easy to decompose or absorb moisture under normal temperature and humidity conditions. It can be made into tablets or powders with a variety of mineral components (such as calcium, zinc, and iron).
2. Alkaline properties bring double-edged effects
Its alkalinity helps neutralize gastric acid and relieve stomach discomfort. It is suitable for adding supplements as an anti-acid component. However, it may undergo a neutralization reaction with acidic components (such as vitamin C and folic acid) in the formula, and it is necessary to avoid mutual influence through layered tableting or coating processes.
3. Moderate magnesium content, conducive to formula design
Magnesium hydroxide provides a moderate level of elemental magnesium content, which is convenient for controlling magnesium dosage when designing multi-mineral formulas, avoiding the risk of diarrhea caused by excessive intake, while ensuring that the daily recommended intake is met.
4. Balanced design is required for absorption antagonism
Magnesium, calcium, zinc, iron and other minerals have competitive absorption mechanisms in the small intestine. The design of compound formulas requires reasonable control of the proportion and dosage form distribution to avoid mutual inhibition of absorption and improve the overall nutrient utilization rate.
5. Adaptable to a variety of dosage form production processes
Magnesium hydroxide powder is tasteless and odorless, has good fluidity, and is easy to mix, granulate, compress and fill capsules. The process is highly adaptable, which is convenient for the production of high-quality compound nutritional supplements with other minerals and vitamin ingredients.