Description
Magnesium comes in many forms, and the form decides a lot. Some are cheap and hard on the stomach. Glycinate is the one people tend to move to when the others did not sit well.
About this powder
This is Albion chelated magnesium glycinate, where the magnesium is bound to an amino acid. The maker describes it as highly bioavailable and gentle on the digestive tract. It is an unflavored powder, 5.3 oz (150 g), that you mix into water or another drink.
Why a powder
- No capsules to swallow, which matters if you already take several.
- You can adjust the amount with your doctor’s guidance.
- It can go into an evening drink as part of winding down.
Why people take magnesium
Magnesium is a mineral involved in muscle and nerve function. The maker notes that many people do not get enough from food. People with tense muscles, night cramps or restless evenings are often the ones who try it.
Where it falls short
It is not a sleeping aid or a muscle relaxant. If your magnesium intake is already adequate, more may do nothing. Too much magnesium from supplements can cause loose stools, so start low.
Check first
Supplements can interact with medicines and are not right for everyone. Ask your doctor or pharmacist first if you take prescription medication, are pregnant or nursing, have a medical condition, or have surgery planned. This is especially important if you have kidney problems, since the kidneys clear magnesium.
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