Best Magnesium-Rich Foods for Hamsters

Ranked by magnesium content among foods safe for hamsters in the Creature Feast catalog.

Pumpkin seeds per 100g: approximately 592mg magnesium Pumpkin seeds provide about 592mg magnesium per 100g — one of the richest magnesium sources available. One or two seeds contribute meaningful magnesium.

Sunflower Seeds per 100g: approximately 325mg magnesium Sunflower seeds provide about 325mg magnesium per 100g. A significant magnesium source in the daily seed mix.

Oats per 100g: approximately 177mg magnesium Oats provide about 177mg magnesium per 100g. A consistent daily magnesium contributor from the grain portion of the diet.

Flaxseed per 100g: approximately 392mg magnesium Flaxseed provides about 392mg magnesium per 100g. A concentrated mineral source that also delivers omega-3 fatty acids.

Sesame Seeds per 100g: approximately 351mg magnesium Sesame seeds provide about 351mg magnesium per 100g alongside calcium and zinc. A mineral-rich seed to include in rotation.