Dr. Barb Woegerer, Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Barb Woegerer, Naturopathic Doctor My goal is to determine the root cause of your health issue and partner with you to develop an indiv

Magnesium is one of the most overlooked pieces of the brain health conversation.It’s not just about what you take, it’s ...
04/09/2026

Magnesium is one of the most overlooked pieces of the brain health conversation.

It’s not just about what you take, it’s about what your body is losing every day through stress, blood sugar imbalance, medications, and lifestyle habits. Over time, that quiet depletion can add up in ways most people never consider.

When we think about long-term cognitive health, the focus is often on complex interventions. But sometimes, the most impactful strategies are the foundational ones that support your body consistently over time.

This is where magnesium becomes more than just a mineral, it becomes part of a long-term strategy for resilience, regulation, and protection.

Small shifts, done daily, matter more than you think.

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Is your supplement stack working against you?You’re doing the work. You’ve optimized your morning light, your sleep hygi...
03/24/2026

Is your supplement stack working against you?

You’re doing the work. You’ve optimized your morning light, your sleep hygiene is dialed in, and your supplement cabinet is a masterclass in wellness. So why do the “old” symptoms, the jaw tension, the restless legs, the 3:00 PM brain fog keep creeping back in?

The truth is, minerals don’t work in a vacuum. They operate in a delicate, competitive symphony.

When we introduce high doses of Vitamin D, Zinc, or Calcium without adjusting our Magnesium “buffer,” we aren’t just supplementing, we’re unintentionally creating a metabolic tax. Your body has to spend its magnesium “savings” just to process the other guests at the party.

If you’ve been hitting a plateau with your minerals, it’s time to stop looking at the dose and start looking at the interference.

True metabolic health isn’t found in a single bottle; it’s found in the ratio. When you clear the noise and balance the crowd, your body finally has the resources it needs to thrive, not just survive.

The signal is the solution.

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Why your “Salt-Free” diet might be missing the point.If you’ve been told to lower your blood pressure, you’ve likely bee...
03/13/2026

Why your “Salt-Free” diet might be missing the point.

If you’ve been told to lower your blood pressure, you’ve likely been told to cut out the sodium. But focusing only on what to remove is only half the story. To truly move the needle on cardiovascular health, we have to look at what’s missing.

In clinical practice, we often see a “Magnesium Gap.” While sodium is the gas pedal for blood pressure, Magnesium is the brake. It’s the biochemical signal that tells your entire vascular system it’s okay to let go of tension.

The “Tight Vessel” Problem
When your body is low on magnesium, your arteries don’t just “stay” open. They become reactive. They respond more aggressively to stress, they struggle to produce the Nitric Oxide needed for flow, and they allow Calcium to overstay its welcome in the muscle cells.

This isn’t just about a number on a cuff; it’s about the metabolic tax your heart pays every single day it has to pump against a stiff, unyielding system.

Not all magnesium is created equal. The “magic” happens when you match the right molecular carrier to your specific physiological needs. Whether you are managing stress-induced spikes or metabolic insulin resistance, the form you choose dictates the results you see.

If you’re interested in learning more about the forms of Magnesium, then check out my book Mastering Magnesium where I cover all of the different forms, plus you get over 40 Magnesium rich recipes.

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The form of MAGNESIUM matters!💯⁠⁠Here’s a run down of the most common ones:💊MAGNESIUM CITRATE⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⁠Has good bioavail...
03/10/2026

The form of MAGNESIUM matters!💯
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Here’s a run down of the most common ones:

💊MAGNESIUM CITRATE⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⁠
Has good bioavailability & is used naturally to support digestion, specifically constipation (pulls water into the intestines)& acid indigestion. It can cause loose stools or digestive upset at higher doses.⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⁠
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💊MAGNESIUM THREONATE⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⁠
The only form that has the unique ability to cross the blood brain barrier creating the potential to improve cognitive impairments. Effects include improved memory, attention, depression and anxiety.⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⁠
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💊MAGNESIUM MALATE ⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⁠
This form of magnesium has been studied in patients with fibromyalgia because “malate” can help to improve ATP (energy) production. This form is good for relieving muscle pain and tender points. It’s well absorbed with minimal digestive upset.⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⁠
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🛁MAGNESIUM SULFATE⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⁠
You might know it better as “Epsom Salts.” There is plenty of evidence that Epsom salts are safe & have shown numerous benefits such as detoxification, relaxing the nervous system, muscle/joint relief, and it makes for a great firming facial and a great hair mask. ⁠⁠⠀⁠⁠
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💊MAGNESIUM TAURATE ⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⁠
Another one that’s not as popular but has the ability to improve cardiac function, improve insulin sensitivity, & has a calming effect on muscles and nerve conduction. ⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⁠
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💊MAGNESIUM BIS-GLYCINATE ⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⁠
This form has great bioavailability & minimal laxative effects. Glycine is an amino acid known for its calming effect as well as supporting detoxification & cellular function. Clinically this form is used successfully for chronic pain, anxiety, insomnia & muscle relaxation.⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⠀⁠⁠
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**Always consult your healthcare practitioner before starting any new supplements to make sure that they are effective & safe for your health concerns.⠀⁠
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I cover all forms of Magnesium in my book Mastering Magnesium in great detail. Plus you’ll get 40+ Magnesium Rich Recipes. It is available on Amazon.
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About Dr. Barb Woegerer, ND

My primary focus is to determine the root causes of your health issues and partner with you to provide individualized patient centred care using evidence based medicine.

As a board-certified Naturopathic Doctor, I want to empower you with knowledge and to provide you the tools and motivation needed to succeed. Naturopathic medicine integrates modern scientific diagnosis and treatment with the art of traditional healing. Some of the treatment modalities I use include:


  • Preventative & Lifestyle Counselling

  • Botanical Medicine (herbs)