Magnesium pills tested as simple blood pressure fix

NCT ID NCT05690464

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether taking 480 mg of magnesium glycinate daily for 12 weeks can lower blood pressure in adults with slightly high systolic blood pressure (130-159 mmHg). 120 participants will be randomly assigned to get the supplement or a placebo. The main goal is to see if magnesium can safely reduce blood pressure.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

magnesium glycinate supplement

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to help manage blood pressure without medication.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 120 people. The effect may be small or not last, and results may not apply to everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hypertensive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States