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Recovery · Evidence Moderate

Magnesium Glycinate

A well-tolerated form of magnesium sometimes used to support sleep and muscle relaxation.

Dosage

200–400 mg elemental magnesium

Timing

Evening

Evidence

Moderate

Overview

Magnesium is an under-consumed mineral in many modern diets. The glycinate form is well absorbed and easier on the gut than magnesium oxide or citrate at higher doses.

Benefits

  • Corrects magnesium deficiency
  • May support subjective sleep quality
  • Well-tolerated versus other magnesium forms (less laxative effect)

Best for

Sleep supportRecoveryCorrecting deficiency

Stacks with

Vitamin D3Glycine

Side effects

  • Loose stools at higher doses (less common with the glycinate form)

Warnings & cautions

  • Consult a physician if you have kidney disease.
  • Stay below the tolerable upper intake for supplemental magnesium (~350 mg/day for adults) unless directed by a physician.

Drug & condition interactions

  • May interact with certain antibiotics and osteoporosis medications — separate dosing.

Evidence notes

Correcting magnesium deficiency has clear benefits. Effects of supplementing above sufficiency on sleep quality are modest.

Research references

  • [1] Abbasi B et al. The effect of magnesium supplementation on primary insomnia in elderly: a double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial. J Res Med Sci, 2012; 17:1161–1169

Medical disclaimer

This page is for general educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Individual response to supplements varies. Consult a licensed healthcare provider before starting any supplement — especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, under 18, taking prescription medication, or managing a medical condition.

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