JP (St Petersburg, FL) on 07/29/2009
I have been through several therapies and all have been helpful. My speech has gone from barely fluent to mostly fluent. I just began taking 500 mg of Magnesium a few days ago and it seems to be working. I know this may be similar to a placebo effect, but I will take it. Has anyone else had success with Magnesium?
Sorry for all of the questions. I am new to any sort of stuttering forum.
Replied by Ola from Caen, France on 09/28/2010
There was a moment I was having the feeling of committing suicide because of Stuttering, I visited several web site, I tried many program...... until I gave a try to taking magnesium... My story began to change since thenReplied by Lh from Lexington, Sc, Usa on 01/10/2013
I hear that Transdermal Magnesium (magnesium chloride) is one of the best forms of magnesium to use because it is more readily absorbed into the blood stream. It is a spray that has an oily feel that should be mixed with about a Tbsp of water per 5 sprays or so to avoid a stinging sensation. After diluting, it should be rubbed into the bottom of the feet with a cottonball.To increase the Mg consumption even further, the Transdermal Mg can be added to juice in small amounts and consumed. I am told that the best way to determine the right dosage is to progressively up the dosage until it triggers a bowel movement, then back up to the previous dose. Thereafter, use as frequently as your body dictates a need.
Mg has a natural calming & relaxing effect on the body (which is why it works well as a laxative... Because it relaxes the bowels). So, perhaps it relaxes the vocal cords as well...
I have a cousin with whom I've lost contact who stuttered badly through childhood and was greatly challenged with social interaction on a personal and professional level as a young adult. She is the reason I want to share on this forum, as I was a firsthand witness to her struggles.
I do know that Mg definitely has helped me with other issues (charlie horses during pregnancy and occassional constipation), so I hope that it will be helpful to those with speech issues, as well.
Also, to help Mg work even more efficiently in its relaxing effects, it is good to eat healthy and avoid things like caffeine, smoking, junk food and the like. Hope this helps.
Replied by Cathie from Orlando, Florida on 06/21/2025
Hi, it’s great to know you’re getting improvements with your stuttering. What type of magnesium is good for stuttering?Thank you!
