The main active ingredient of our dietary supplement capsule is magnesium, which is essential for the functioning of the human body, including one of its most useful, organic chelated forms, magnesium glycinate, which offers excellent absorption and digestive system tolerability. It is formed from organic magnesium and the amino acid glycine, so it is known as one of the most ideal forms among magnesium preparations. This combination is easily absorbed and does not have a laxative effect like some forms of magnesium. The daily dose (2 capsules) contains 1200 mg of magnesium bisglycinate in a pure "fully reacted" version, completely additive-free, so it does not contain any bulking or anti-caking agents!
"Fully reacted" means that one magnesium is actually bound to two molecules of L-glycine. Many products do NOT contain magnesium glycinate at all, just magnesium oxide mixed with L-glycine in varying proportions.
What do you need to know about magnesium bisglycinate?
Magnesium glycinate is often called magnesium bisglycinate, which is named after the structure of the molecule, since two glycine molecules are attached to one magnesium molecule. Magnesium glycinate and magnesium bisglycinate are actually the names of the same thing.
In addition, you can often come across the names magnesium glycinate chelate or chelated magnesium glycinate, which simply mean that an amino acid (in this case glycine) is attached to the molecule.
- Magnesium contributes to the proper functioning of the nervous system and the maintenance of normal psychological function.
- It participates in the maintenance of normal bones, contributes to normal muscle function, and reduces tiredness and fatigue.
Why is this the most useful form of magnesium?
Only 4% of most magnesium preparations are used in the body. They remove water from the small intestine and are excreted from the body. Thanks to the structure of magnesium glycinate, it binds much less water, since the two glycine molecules already occupy part of the space that water could fill.
About glycine
Glycine is actually a protein-forming amino acid, it makes up 35% of collagen. It is also one of three amino acids that the body uses to make a compound called creatine. Furthermore, magnesium glycine is gentle on the stomach and the digestive system. Several users of magnesium glycinate have found that they can consume even larger amounts in this form without developing nausea or diarrhea.
What else do you need to know about magnesium?
Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in your body. It is involved in more than 300 metabolic reactions essential to human health, including energy production, nerve signaling, and muscle contraction.
Even though this mineral is found in many whole foods such as green leafy vegetables, legumes, nuts and seeds, many people do not get enough magnesium.
In order to increase intake, many people turn to dietary supplements. However, since there are several types of magnesium, it is worth choosing carefully and taking into account important aspects that reveal whether the given type of magnesium is well tolerated by our body, whether it does not cause diarrhea and whether it is present in a form that results in efficient absorption. , like chelated magnesium glycinate.
What foods should you eat that have a high magnesium content?
- leafy vegetables
- avocado
- dark chocolate
- legumes
- whole grains
- nuts
- seeds
Signs of magnesium deficiency may include:
- Muscle cramps
- Concentration problems
- Insomnia
- Frequent mood swings
- Fatigue - regardless of the amount of sleep
How much magnesium should be consumed daily?
Unfortunately, there is no clear answer to this question, since many factors influence how much magnesium someone needs. Examples include gender, the quality of food and nutrient intake, the existence of health problems, or the amount of daily physical activity. Based on the recommended daily vitamin and mineral intake reference values (NRV) for adults, it is necessary to take care of 375 mg of magnesium per day.
