Magnesium Bisglycinate

The Magnesium Bisglycinate collection at Viva Saudável brings together magnesium bisglycinate supplements, also known as magnesium glycinate, from brands such as Thorne, NOW Foods, Kirkman, Ecogenetics, Holos Nutrition, Suravitasan, and Good Care. You will find bisglycinate in powder and capsule form — chelated forms bound to the amino acid glycine — as well as formulas that combine various forms of magnesium, with varying doses of elemental magnesium per serving and vegan options.

What is Magnesium Bisglycinate

Magnesium bisglycinate is a compound in which magnesium is bound to two molecules of glycine, an amino acid. It is therefore described as a chelated form, as opposed to inorganic forms such as oxide, chloride, or carbonate, and simple organic forms such as citrate. Regardless of the chemical form, magnesium contributes to the normal functioning of muscles and the nervous system, to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, to normal energy-yielding metabolism, to electrolyte balance, to normal protein synthesis, to normal psychological function, and to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth.

How to compare products

The value to compare is the elemental magnesium per serving, not the total weight of the compound: 1000 mg of magnesium bisglycinate does not correspond to 1000 mg of magnesium. With powder formats, you can adjust the dose more precisely and the cost per gram is usually lower; capsules are more convenient for transport. Also check the ingredients list, as some formulas include sweeteners or flavorings and others do not. If you are taking medication, are pregnant, or are breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or pharmacist before starting any supplementation.

To compare with other forms, such as citrate or threonate, see all magnesium supplements.