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Can Ashwagandha and Magnesium be taken at the same time?

Find out if ashwagandha and magnesium can be taken at the same time, or if they are best taken separately.

Ashwagandha with magnesium

Short answer: Useful in the same plan

While not found to provide additional benefits when taken at the exact same time, research has shown that ashwagandha pairs well with magnesium.

Also taken with magnesium, for mood, cognitive health & physical performance

It is also thought that the combination of ashwagandha and magnesium can contribute to cognitive function (such as memory and concentration) as well as mood regulation, which in turn helps when dealing with stress.

In addition to the mental health aspect, the combination of ashwagandha and magnesium also finds a place in physical exercise research, specifically around energy levels and exhaustion via improved endurance, muscle strength, and recovery times.

Also taken with ashwagandha, for mood & cognitive health

Ashwagandha has also been combined with magnesium in trials, where cognitive measures including memory and concentration sit alongside mood and the symptoms of anxiety, stress and depression.

This same combination has also been known to appear in the physical research in addition to the mental one, including improved physical endurance, muscle strength and muscle recovery.

Timing is everything

Many supplements are dependent on being taken at the right time, or with the right meal, for proper absorption. For example, fat-soluble vitamins such as vitamin D should be taken together with a high-fat meal. Stimulating supplements, such as rhodiola or ginseng, should avoid being taken too late in the day.

The perfect match

Some supplements are known to complement each other when taken together, either because one helps the other to be absorbed, or because their effects compliment each other. Well known combos include vitamin D3, vitamin K2 and magnesium, or quercetin and bromelain, but there are many others.

Incompatibilities

Likewise, some supplements can compete for absorption or react negatively if taken together. For example, calcium and magnesium compete for absorption, so they are best taken several hours apart, and fiber-heavy supplements such as psyllium husk should be taken by themselves, separate from all other supplements.

Potential additions

The Vitamin Plan will automatically detect if there is a recurring theme in the supplements that you are taking, and suggest a focused addition or two for that theme. For example, if your plan seems to be mostly centered around joint health, it may suggest adding glucosamine or collagen if you didn’t add them yet.

Remember

A balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle always come first, and supplements are meant to be just that: supplementary. While every effort has been made to ensure that the data on this page is accurate, said accuracy can never be guaranteed. The information provided is not medical advice, it is not intended to cover all possible interactions or adverse effects, and neither is it a substitute for the expertise of professional healthcare practitioners. You are always encouraged to do your own research, and to consult with your trusted doctor or pharmacist before taking any supplements.

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