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Magnesium Glycinate

Highly bioavailable, gentle on the stomach. Supports sleep, muscle recovery, and neural function.

Also known as: magnesium-bisglycinate

Goals
SleepMuscle & strengthLongevity (broad)Stress
Timing
Evening
Price tier
Low

Dosage

200–400 mg elemental magnesium in the evening.

Considerations

Glycinate is gentler than oxide and citrate. Check label for elemental content.

Vegan
Form
CapsulePowder

Scientific detail

Mechanisms
NMDA-ModulationGABA-SynergieMuskelrelaxation
Hallmarks of aging
Chronic inflammation
Evidence base

Studies on Magnesium Glycinate

448 studies total · Open on PubMed

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2
Sleep
1
Muscle strength
4
Longevity & aging

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