Can You Take Carotenoids with Magnesium?
Magnesium may slightly reduce carotenoid absorption
Reduced carotenoid absorption
Magnesium may slightly reduce carotenoid absorption
Reduced carotenoid absorption
Detailed Analysis
Taking magnesium and carotenoids together may decrease the absorption of carotenoids. This effect is likely to be small, but it may be noticeable in some individuals. The impact of this interaction on overall health is unclear. Magnesium can form insoluble complexes with bile salts and fatty acids, which are necessary for carotenoid absorption. This reduces the formation of micelles, tiny particles that help carotenoids dissolve in the gut and get absorbed into the bloodstream.
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