Reaction to magnesium

Grahm · Post by **Grahm** » Sun Aug 10, 2014 1:42 pm

I rubbed the magnesium oil on my legs and stomach before turning in last night.
Five minutes later I knew I was in trouble, it burned and then later itched terrible. It went from bad to worse. I took a Benadryl immediately and then another one at 1:30 this morning. Has this happened to anyone else?

I bought this from a health food store. It's from Life-Flo, pure magnesium oil (magnesium chloride brine). From the ancient Zechstein Seabed. It says it is 100% pure Super concentrated solution (therein might be my problem). No other ingredients.

Thanks,
Connie

Gabes-Apg · Post by **Gabes-Apg** » Sun Aug 10, 2014 1:50 pm

Hi Connie,

Up the top of this discussion area there is a sticky with magnesium discussions.

This is one of the links.

http://www.perskyfarms.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=20041

Grahm · Post by **Grahm** » Sun Aug 10, 2014 2:01 pm

Gabes you are the best, I've read that post before. Geesh

It takes a village. Not in the mood tonight but tomorrow's another day.

Thanks once again,
Connie

Post by **tex** » Sun Aug 10, 2014 2:01 pm

Hi Connie,

Bummer! But yes, other members have complained of concentrated forms causing a burning sensation. That one sounds mighty potent.

Tex

Gabes-Apg · Post by **Gabes-Apg** » Sun Aug 10, 2014 2:17 pm

And what a mighty fine village it is!!!!

:party:

Grahm · Post by **Grahm** » Sun Aug 10, 2014 2:44 pm

You got that right!! What a village:)

UkuleleLady · Post by **UkuleleLady** » Sun Aug 10, 2014 4:19 pm

I can handle the mag oil on my stomach, but not on my legs. It's unbearable on the legs!

And I rinse it off after 20 minutes.

I went ahead and bout Natural Calm, mag citrate, and I'm taking very small doses throughout the day. I have to keep it small because too much and I have a problem.

nerdhume · Post by **nerdhume** » Mon Aug 11, 2014 3:12 am

Someone previously mentioned using it as deodorant. I couldn't believe how badly it burned under my arms, also my legs...maybe because of shaving? I put it on my arms and stomach each morning. Usually leave it on 30 minutes or more before my shower.

My current recipe here:
http://www.perskyfarms.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=20108

I have also had good luck taking Magnesium Citrate at bedtime. It helps me sleep and hasn't had the laxative effect.

darlagroat · Post by **darlagroat** » Mon Aug 11, 2014 9:28 am

Magnesium Glycinate is easier to tolerate for those of us who have D issues. This was recommended by the naturopathic Dr. I have seen, and I am up to 500 mg /day without any change in GI issues. I purchased it at a health food store.

ldubois7 · Post by **ldubois7** » Mon Aug 11, 2014 2:25 pm

I can use it on my stomach, feet, and arms but not my legs!

Gabes-Apg · Post by **Gabes-Apg** » Mon Aug 11, 2014 2:53 pm

A Gabes pondering...

I wonder if the body is telling us where it needs the magnesium the most?

Stomach needs it more than the legs...

Fiona · Post by **Fiona** » Mon Aug 11, 2014 8:53 pm

That IS an interesting thought, Gabes. I shave my legs and have very sensitive skin, so I was actually wondering why my magnesium oil (Life-Flo brand, the one folks are having trouble with) ISN'T stinging/burning at all, and guess what? I use it for calf and foot cramps! Hmmmm...

I take magnesium citrate supplements (400 mg/day, divided doses, no digestive issues with it) which had resolved my nighttime calf-foot cramps for a time, then seemed to stop working. Got the oil per the recommendations on this forum and...no more cramps.

Fiona