The Products
What is natural liquid magnesium?
Our Natural Liquid Magnesium, also known as Magnesium Bittern, is a highly concentrated, 100% naturally sourced liquid supplement, rich in magnesium chloride and many trace minerals. Harvested from the pristine salt lakes of Western Australia, it’s extracted from the ancient mineral-rich brine of Lake Deborah, ensuring a potent and unique source of magnesium and essential electrolytes.
The primary ingredient, magnesium chloride, is present in its natural ionic form, which is easily absorbed by the body, helping to support muscle function, energy production, and overall well-being. Alongside magnesium chloride, our Magnesium Bittern contains a wealth of naturally occurring trace minerals, offering a more comprehensive mineral profile than synthetic alternatives.
This pure, additive-free liquid can be added to water, smoothies, or food, delivering a natural boost of essential minerals to support your daily health. Sustainably sourced, vegan, and cruelty-free, Ancient Lakes Magnesium Bittern is the natural choice for those seeking an effective and bioavailable magnesium supplement.
What else is in the natural liquid magnesium?
Natural Liquid Magnesium is a completely natural product with nothing added and no processing apart from filtering.
Are your products australian made?
Yes, our company is 100% Australian owned and our magnesium and salt are are sourced from Lake Deborah in Western Australia. All our products are made in Western Australia.
How is natural liquid magnesium made?
Natural Liquid Magnesium is created by natural processes at work on our salt lake. Mineral rich brine is evaporated by the action of the sun and wind to produce a concentrated source of completely natural mineral-rich magnesium. While the liquid magnesium comes from a salt lake, it is very low in sodium because as the water evaporates from the lake, the salt (NaCl) crystallises first and drops out of the solution, leaving behind the concentrated essential minerals.
What are the differences between Magnesium Enriched Salt, Keto Salt, and Mineral Balance – Essential Electrolytes Salt?
All of our salts are crafted from Lake Deborah Salt and Lake Deborah Natural Liquid Magnesium, which gives them a distinct moisture-rich quality, making them unsuitable for grinders or shakers. Each product is tailored to meet specific dietary needs.
- Magnesium Enriched Salt
Ingredients: Lake Deborah Salt, Lake Deborah Natural Liquid Magnesium.
This salt serves as a perfect table salt substitute with a smooth, well-rounded flavour. It’s ideal for everyday use and provides the added benefits of natural magnesium.
Learn more about Magnesium Enriched Salt
- Keto Salt
Ingredients: Lake Deborah Salt, Lake Deborah Natural Liquid Magnesium, natural potassium chloride.
Designed for those following a Keto diet, this salt is higher in sodium to support the unique requirements of a low-carb, high-fat lifestyle. It complements Keto meal plans by providing a reliable sodium source.
Learn more about Keto Salt
- Mineral Balance – Essential Electrolytes Salt
Ingredients: Lake Deborah Salt, Lake Deborah Natural Liquid Magnesium, natural potassium chloride.
A versatile, lower-sodium salt that supports active lifestyles, the Carnivore diet, low-sodium diets, and mineral balancing. With added potassium chloride, this salt helps maintain essential electrolytes and offers a well-balanced flavour.
Learn more about Mineral Balance – Essential Electrolytes Salt
Why is the salt wet?
The damp consistency of our salt is due to the addition of our Natural Liquid Magnesium (Magnesium Bittern), which enriches the salt with magnesium chloride and trace minerals. Magnesium chloride is hygroscopic, meaning it naturally attracts moisture from the air. This results in a damp texture, which is a normal and expected feature of our salt products.
Because of this unique moisture content, our salts are not suitable for use in traditional grinders or shakers. However, the wet consistency does not affect the quality, flavour, or nutritional value. In fact, the addition of our natural liquid magnesium enhances the mineral profile, making it a richer, more beneficial salt.
The Source
Where do your products come from?
Our magnesium and salt are sourced from Lake Deborah in Western Australia. Lake Deborah is a natural, ancient salt lake. The minerals at Lake Deborah were deposited over millions of years and are free from modern pollutants, such as the micro plastics found in sea water which have been shown to make their way into salt made from modern sea water.
What is a salt harvest sanctuary?
Lake Deborah has been designated a Salt Harvest Sanctuary by the Government of Western Australia in order to protect the pristine natural environment of the lake and its surrounding ecosystem. No other activities are allowed to take place on or around the lake that will have an impact on the ecosystem or on the purity of our minerals.
Using Ancient Lakes Magnesium
What does it taste like?
Natural magnesium does taste quite bitter. This is because it contains very high concentrations of minerals. However, this is easily disguised in orange juice, sparking water and other drinks.
What about transdermal delivery?
Despite the heavy promotion of ‘transdermal’ magnesium products, there is no evidence or mechanism for magnesium passing through the skin and into the body’s tissues. The most effective way to increase your intake of magnesium is via your digestive tract.
recommended intakes
1ml, or 15 drops, contains approximately 100mg of magnesium.
The table below shows the tolerable upper intake levels of magnesium supplementation as determined by the US National Institute of Health.
We recommend that you discuss any form of dietary supplementation with your doctor, especially if you have any health conditions. People with impaired kidney function must consult their doctor before taking supplemental magnesium.
We do not recommend taking magnesium drops to the point of experiencing a laxative effect.
for Children
We recommend checking with a medical professional to see if magnesium supplementation is suitable for your child. Magnesium contributes to normal growth and development in children. These vary with age and can be seen in the table.