Talk:Magnesium stearate/Archive 1

Archive 1

This stuff has recently been proven toxic

it is a hydrogenated toxic oil.

I've heard the "toxic" rumor but can we get some science (pro or con) behind it please? --76.80.67.218 22:56, 31 July 2007 (UTC)

See the article for the reference, but, essentially, as long as you aren't consuming more than half a pound of the stuff every day, you've got no worries. In terms of vitamin pills, you'll overdose on the vitamin before you do the magnesium stearate in the pill.Pi3832 (talk) 14:49, 19 March 2010 (UTC)

There are misconceptions about the negative effects of magnesium stearate according to https://www.dynamicchiropractic.com/mpacms/dc/article.php?id=56496 (which would prove that the info at the following link is false: https://www.newsmax.com/fastfeatures/magnesium-stearate-risks-problems/2016/05/20/id/729960/). --Spunionztastic (talk) 07:01, 18 October 2018 (UTC)

Allergic responses?

Though subject to further tests, I am virtually certain that I am severely allergic to either magnesium stearate and/or stearic acid (as a non-specialist, I am not altogether sure of the differences between these substances, and would appreciate clarification).

I have discussed the subject with an expert in this field, and his view is that allergic responses to magnesium stearate are probably frequent, but under-reported. Whilst the incidence of this allergic reaction in the population may be small, the resulting symptoms are particularly nasty.

It also occurs to me that patients diagnosed as allergic to particular pharmaceutical compounds may be allergic not to the compound itself but to the magnesium stearate used in tablet preparation.

According to ScienceLab.com, magnesium stearate is "hazaradous in case of ingestion", and "may be toxic to liver and skin".

Any comments gratefully received. Because I'm not sure of the chemical distinction, I'll post this comment under "stearic acid" as well.--Vvmodel (talk) 15:46, 11 January 2009 (UTC)

I will try to get to this in the next few days (well it's been 2 years so I guess another day or so won't hurt. Here is the link from SienceLab.com that supports Vvmodel's assertion of toxicity, even talks of possible "organ damage." [1]. This link is more contemporary (the supporting scientific reference in the article is from 1979).KantElope (talk) 05:38, 9 November 2010 (UTC)

Stearic acid is a long-chain fatty acid. Like all acids, it will react with an anion to form a salt. E.g., hydrochloric acid reacts with a sodium ion to form sodium chloride, a.k.a. table salt.

React stearic acid with a sodium ion, and you get soap. React it with magnesium, and you magnesium stearate, which occurs around the house as soap scum. Yes, you may be allergic to soap scum. But it doesn't seem likely that this is some widely occurring, but under-reported problem.Pi3832 (talk) 14:28, 19 March 2010 (UTC)

Migraines

Whenever I consume a suppliment or drug with magnesium stearate I get a crippling migraine. I've read some anecdotal reports of this happening online to other people. Does anyone have more information on this? Causes, treatments, etc.

Magnesium Stearate/ High Blood Pressure (spiking), Anxiety, Headache

Dr Mercola and other scientist/researchers who have done further research into the effects of Mag. Stearate. Stearic Acid on humans, have concluded that these additives are potentially harmful. Many nutritional supplement companies have taken Mag Stearate. Stearic Acid out of their supplements because they, after further research, have deemed Mag Stearate/ Stearic Acid possibly hazardous to human health.  

It would seem that Mag. Stearate is innocuous, however in doing research on MAG Stearate I found that individuals were complaining of reactions to Mag Stearate, but apparently they were not taken seriously, because some research "proves" that it is safe. Their symptoms were similar to mine, and when I eliminated Mag Stearate, the symptoms subsided after a few days. My blood pressure stopped spiking and was within normal limits and I was no longer suffering from unexplained anxiety that had been creating irritability and emotional instability. I have introduced Mag Stearate via supplements or medications, on a few occasions and again experienced spiking HPB, anxiety, and headaches. I have read that Mag Stearate/Stearic Acid is mainly made from cottonseeds and I logically, would not consider that edible. For further reference: https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2012/06/23/whole-food-supplement-dangers.aspx — Preceding unsigned comment added by 2600:8802:7FA0:700:C149:6C3D:BF16:2E53 (talk) 20:19, 10 January 2018 (UTC)

mercola.com is not a reliable source and should never be used as a source for information for Wikipedia. -- Ed (Edgar181) 15:36, 29 October 2018 (UTC)