Magnesium glycinate
A well-absorbed, gentle form of magnesium chelated with glycine; supports sleep, muscle relaxation, and metabolic function.
Benefits
A well-absorbed, gentle magnesium form favored for sleep, relaxation, and correcting deficiency with less laxative effect.
Risks
Generally well tolerated; excess can still loosen stools, and caution applies in kidney disease.
Informational only — not medical advice.
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Where to buy
Popular Magnesium glycinate products on Amazon. Not medical advice — talk to a clinician before starting a supplement.
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Research (3)
- Clinical evaluation of adjunctive magnesium therapy in patients receiving antidepressants for depression-open label, nonrandomized clinical trial Siddique et al. (2026) PubMed ↗
- Combined vitamin D and magnesium supplementation does not influence markers of bone turnover or glycemic control: A randomized controlled clinical trial Cheung et al. (2023) PubMed ↗
- The effect of combined magnesium and vitamin D supplementation on vitamin D status, systemic inflammation, and blood pressure: A randomized double-blinded controlled trial Cheung et al. (2022) PubMed ↗
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