Magnesium Glycinate
Essential mineral for muscle relaxation, sleep quality, and stress response. Glycinate form avoids the diarrhea risk common with citrate.
Typical dose
200–400mg per day
Timing
1–2 hours before bed — supports sleep quality
Monthly cost (approx.)
~$8
Primary goals
recovery · health
Scientific Evidence
Papers Forgestack cites for Magnesium Glycinate recommendations. Each link goes to PubMed or an official society source.
- Meta-AnalysisTier 1
Mah & Pitre 2021 · PubMed / Source
- ReviewTier 2
Zhang et al. 2017 · PubMed / Source
- ReviewTier 2
Nielsen & Lukaski 2006 · PubMed / Source
Side Effects & Cautions
- common
Diarrhoea or cramping above 350mg/day — glycinate or malate forms reduce this
- rare
Hypermagnesaemia in patients with renal failure
Consult a physician or pharmacist if in doubt. Forgestack does not provide medical advice.
Interactions
Tetracycline / quinolone antibiotics
Chelation lowers antibiotic absorption — separate by 2+ hours.
Bisphosphonates (osteoporosis meds)
Absorption drops sharply; take at a different time of day.
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