Vitamin And Mineral Blend: Magnesium Oxide

Magnesium oxide is a mineral compound that occurs naturally as the mineral periclase. It is typically produced industrially by heating magnesium carbonate or magnesium hydroxide. It is a white, powdery solid.

Magnesium oxide is added to foods as a nutrient to fortify them with magnesium. It is also used as an anti-caking agent, preventing powders from clumping together. It is commonly found in snack bars, breakfast bars, and some baked goods.

Magnesium oxide is recognized as safe by the FDA when used as a nutrient or for its anti-caking properties. The National Academies have established an upper intake level for magnesium from all sources. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated magnesium oxide and established an acceptable daily intake. Evidence does not suggest adverse effects from magnesium obtained from food sources at typical intake levels.