{"product_id":"magnesium-glycinate","title":"Magnesium Glycinate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium Glycinate Capsules \u003c\/strong\u003edeliver one of the most bioavailable forms of magnesium, helping your body maintain optimal levels of this essential mineral. Magnesium is vital for hundreds of biochemical reactions, including those that support nerve function, muscle health, and energy production. This gentle, well-tolerated form is ideal for individuals seeking daily support for relaxation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re winding down after a long day or recovering from physical activity, magnesium glycinate helps support muscle relaxation and nervous system. It also plays a role in healthy sleep patterns, making it a great addition to your nighttime wellness routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach capsule provides 275 mg of elemental magnesium sourced from 2,500 mg of magnesium glycinate for optimal absorption and effectiveness. With no artificial additives and a clean, simple formula, Magnesium Glycinate Capsules are perfect for supporting overall well-being, day and night.*\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients: \u003c\/strong\u003eMagnesium (from 2,500mg Magnesium Glycinate) 275mg, Hypromellose (capsule), Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide, Rice Flour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Country: \u003c\/strong\u003eUSA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmount: \u003c\/strong\u003e90 caps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGross Weight: \u003c\/strong\u003e4oz \/ 0.25lb \/ 113g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Use: \u003c\/strong\u003eAs a dietary supplement, take three (3) capsules once daily or as directed by your healthcare professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not exceed recommended dose. Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under the age of 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning: \u003c\/strong\u003eKeep out of reach of children. Do not use if the safety seal is damaged or missing. Store in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sanity.io\/images\/g0smbdlu\/production\/4c36cdfa54b26cb4291c359dc2cd7910d868f8ae-125x181.png\" alt=\"Gluten-free\" style=\"height: 6rem; width: auto;\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sanity.io\/images\/g0smbdlu\/production\/2390692fa16a1bad9ae4453609bcd8b61afbb0b2-149x180.png\" alt=\"Vegetarian\" style=\"height: 6rem; width: auto;\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sanity.io\/images\/g0smbdlu\/production\/cc4066d915d42e195ee9cf5bbce01a99f006af1e-126x181.png\" alt=\"Lactose-free\" style=\"height: 6rem; width: auto;\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sanity.io\/images\/g0smbdlu\/production\/f7e562d6bb212503da89f944a0d799171e6d48fe-125x181.png\" alt=\"Allergen-free\" style=\"height: 6rem; width: auto;\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sanity.io\/images\/g0smbdlu\/production\/e2132e2f64f15727e375c7aa509fedd7bdcf1ae8-126x182.png\" alt=\"Hormone-free\" style=\"height: 6rem; width: auto;\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sanity.io\/images\/g0smbdlu\/production\/28d7e07bb105f5cdb78b23808a653158de4f4b70-125x182.png\" alt=\"All natural\" style=\"height: 6rem; width: auto;\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sanity.io\/images\/g0smbdlu\/production\/f99540cc3d3f192a68004f4518d57b0cd7c27aa7-125x181.png\" alt=\"Antibiotic-free\" style=\"height: 6rem; width: auto;\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sanity.io\/images\/g0smbdlu\/production\/0e9fc04e2f9353234d2b7794b96613f19c576efb-126x183.png\" alt=\"Non-GMO\" style=\"height: 6rem; width: auto;\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sanity.io\/images\/g0smbdlu\/production\/a007d72855c1d7a309b8b6dec5eadf939bb8a80d-125x181.png\" alt=\"Corn-free\" style=\"height: 6rem; width: auto;\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sanity.io\/images\/g0smbdlu\/production\/392fe7a0ceded284f4aeb9c2eeb40c638917d6be-149x180.png\" alt=\"Vegan friendly\" style=\"height: 6rem; width: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResearch and Planning:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eHighest Magnesium Foods (per serving)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e (roasted, 1 oz or ~28g): ~156 mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChia seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e (1 oz or ~28g): ~111 mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlmonds\u003c\/strong\u003e (dry roasted, 1 oz or ~28g): ~80 mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCashews\u003c\/strong\u003e (dry roasted, 1 oz or ~28g): ~74 mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpinach\u003c\/strong\u003e (boiled, ½ cup): ~78 mg (cooked spinach concentrates it more than raw)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack beans\u003c\/strong\u003e (cooked, ½–1 cup): ~60–120 mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdamame\u003c\/strong\u003e (cooked, ½ cup): ~50 mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvocado\u003c\/strong\u003e (1 medium): ~58 mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDark chocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e (70–85% cocoa, 1 oz): ~65 mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrown rice\u003c\/strong\u003e (cooked, ½ cup): ~40–70 mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuinoa\u003c\/strong\u003e (cooked, 1 cup): ~118 mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeanuts\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003epeanut butter\u003c\/strong\u003e (1 oz nuts or 2 Tbsp butter): ~48–63 mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eOther Good Sources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNuts and seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e: Brazil nuts, flaxseeds, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, walnuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeafy greens\u003c\/strong\u003e: Swiss chard, kale, beet greens, collard greens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLegumes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Kidney beans, lima beans, chickpeas (garbanzo), lentils, soybeans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole grains\u003c\/strong\u003e: Oats\/oatmeal, whole wheat bread or pasta, bran cereals, barley.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruits\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bananas, dried apricots or raisins, figs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetables\u003c\/strong\u003e: Potatoes (with skin), broccoli, artichokes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDairy and alternatives\u003c\/strong\u003e: Milk, yogurt, soymilk (some fortified).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFish and meat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Salmon, mackerel, halibut, chicken (smaller amounts than plants).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eQuick Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAim for a mix of these foods daily for better absorption (only about 30–40% of dietary magnesium is typically absorbed).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with vitamin D-rich foods or avoiding excessive calcium\/phytates at the same meal may help.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnesium is a critical micro nutrient involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions, including DNA repair, energy metabolism, vitamin D activation, and nervous system function. Many people (around 40-50% in the U.S.) fall short of optimal intake from diet alone, which can contribute to issues like increased cancer risk, DNA damage, and higher all cause mortality when chronically low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eNot all magnesium supplements are equal in terms of absorption. We strongly prefer \u003cstrong\u003eorganic magnesium salts\u003c\/strong\u003e over inorganic forms (like magnesium oxide or sulfate), as the organic forms raise plasma magnesium levels more effectively. These include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnesium glycinate (also called bisglycinate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnesium citrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnesium malate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnesium taurate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMagnesium glycinate stands out as one of the most bioavailable and gentle options on the stomach, with minimal laxative effects compared to citrate. It comes with the added benefit of delivering \u003cstrong\u003eglycine\u003c\/strong\u003e, an inhibitory neurotransmitter that may support calming effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWe recommend taking this supplement with breakfast in addition to other forms of magnesium such as a flavored magnesium powder with 12oz of water before bed. this will significantly boost your magnesium intake, getting you much closer to the recommended daily dose and give you a calming effect before bedtime. Along with a proper diet of green veggies, you should be in the proper range of daily magnesium intake. Always consult with and stay up to date with your doctor to ensure proper blood levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStudies:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHere are \u003cstrong\u003etwo quality studies\u003c\/strong\u003e that specifically examine \u003cstrong\u003emagnesium bisglycinate\u003c\/strong\u003e (also called magnesium glycinate) supplementation and its potential benefits. These are relevant to many Americans, as dietary surveys (including NHANES data) show that a large portion of the U.S. population (often around 48% or more) consumes less magnesium than recommended, which may contribute to issues like poor sleep, stress, or related symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e1. Magnesium Bisglycinate Supplementation for Insomnia Symptoms (2025 Randomized Controlled Trial)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudy\u003c\/strong\u003e: Schuster J, et al. \"Magnesium Bisglycinate Supplementation in Healthy Adults Reporting Poor Sleep: A Randomized, Placebo Controlled Trial.\" Published in \u003cem\u003eNature and Science of Sleep\u003c\/em\u003e (2025). This was a double blind, placebo controlled trial involving \u003cstrong\u003e155 adults\u003c\/strong\u003e (ages 18–65) with self-reported poor sleep quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntervention\u003c\/strong\u003e: Participants received magnesium bisglycinate providing \u003cstrong\u003e250 mg elemental magnesium\u003c\/strong\u003e daily (plus glycine) for 4 weeks, compared to placebo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey Findings\u003c\/strong\u003e: The magnesium bisglycinate group showed a \u003cstrong\u003estatistically significantly greater reduction\u003c\/strong\u003e in Insomnia Severity Index (ISI) scores compared to placebo (–3.9 vs. –2.3 points; p = 0.049). The effect size was small (Cohen’s d = 0.2), but within the magnesium group, ISI scores dropped by 28%. Benefits appeared more pronounced in those with lower baseline dietary magnesium intake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelevance to Americans\u003c\/strong\u003e: Poor sleep and insomnia symptoms are common in the U.S., often linked to suboptimal magnesium status. This well absorbed form (glycinate) modestly improved self reported insomnia without notable side effects, supporting its use as a non pharmacological option for mild sleep issues. No significant changes were seen in other psychological measures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-text (free, open access on PMC)\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC12412596\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC12412596\/\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournal page (Dove Press \/ Nature and Science of Sleep)\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.2147\/NSS.S524348\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/doi.org\/10.2147\/NSS.S524348\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e2. Systematic Review on Supplemental Magnesium for Anxiety and Insomnia (2024 Review with Glycinate References)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudy\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rawji A, et al. \"Examining the Effects of Supplemental Magnesium on Self Reported Anxiety and Sleep Quality: A Systematic Review.\" Published in \u003cem\u003eCureus\u003c\/em\u003e (2024). This review analyzed multiple clinical studies on magnesium supplementation, including forms like \u003cstrong\u003emagnesium glycinate\u003c\/strong\u003e and bisglycinate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey Findings\u003c\/strong\u003e: Supplemental magnesium (including glycinate) showed likely benefits for \u003cstrong\u003emild anxiety and insomnia\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly in individuals with low magnesium status at baseline. Specific included studies using glycinate or mixed forms reported reductions in anxiety scores (e.g., one pediatric study showed significant anxiety decreases over 6 months; an adult anxiety trial with bisglycinate component showed meaningful HAM-A score improvements). The review highlights better tolerability and absorption of chelated forms like glycinate compared to others (e.g., oxide).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelevance to Americans\u003c\/strong\u003e: Anxiety and sleep disturbances affect millions in the U.S., and magnesium deficiency or inadequacy is widespread due to diet patterns. The review concludes that magnesium supplementation is \"likely useful\" for these issues in at risk groups, with glycinate noted for its calming effects and fewer gastrointestinal side effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-text (free, open access on PMC)\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11136869\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11136869\/\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournal page (Cureus)\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.7759\/cureus.59317\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/doi.org\/10.7759\/cureus.59317\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"AWOL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43435261329491,"sku":"VOX4MGNE","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/0795\/2467\/files\/1768616584389-generated-label-image-0.jpg?v=1768616657","url":"https:\/\/americanwayoflife.us\/products\/magnesium-glycinate","provider":"AWOL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}