What is Magnesium Bisglycinate?

Magnesium bisglycinate is magnesium bound to the amino acid glycine.

Supplement Needs uses 1,375mg magnesium bisglycinate to provide 151.2mg elemental magnesium per full two capsule serving.

The distinction between compound weight and elemental magnesium is important.

A label stating “1,375mg Magnesium Bisglycinate” does not mean the product provides 1,375mg elemental magnesium. The actual stated elemental magnesium content is 151.2mg.


Magnesium Bisglycinate vs other forms of magnesium

Different magnesium supplements use different magnesium compounds.

Magnesium Bisglycinate

  • Magnesium bound to glycine

Magnesium Citrate

  • Magnesium combined with citric acid

Magnesium Oxide

  • Magnesium combined with oxygen

Magnesium Taurate

  • Magnesium associated with taurine

Magnesium Malate

  • Magnesium associated with malic acid

What does magnesium contribute to?

Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function, normal psychological function, normal functioning of the nervous system, normal energy-yielding metabolism, electrolyte balance and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.

Magnesium Bisglycinate vs Sleep Stack

These products are not substitutes.

Magnesium Bisglycinate

  • Standalone mineral formula
  • 151.2mg elemental magnesium per two capsules
  • Designed around magnesium
  • 60 full servings

Sleep Stack

  • Multi-ingredient evening formula
  • 100mg magnesium plus other ingredients
  • Contains 5-HTP, L-Theanine, B vitamins and zinc
  • 30 or 60 serving options

Sleep Stack also carries an important 5-HTP warning for
customers taking antidepressants or SSRIs.

FAQs

How much magnesium is in Supplement Needs Magnesium
Bisglycinate?

Each two-capsule serving provides 151.2mg elemental magnesium from 1,375mg magnesium bisglycinate.

How many servings are in a tub?

The 120 capsule tub provides 60 full two capsule servings.

Is magnesium bisglycinate the same as magnesium glycinate?

The terms are often used commercially for closely related glycine bound forms.

On the Supplement Needs label, the ingredient is stated as Magnesium Bisglycinate.

Should I choose Magnesium Bisglycinate or Sleep Stack?

Choose Magnesium Bisglycinate for a standalone daily magnesium formula.

Choose Sleep Stack when you specifically want a broader evening formula containing 5-HTP, L-Theanine, magnesium, zinc and B vitamins.

Can I take Magnesium Bisglycinate with Sleep Stack?

The products can appear within the same routine, and a bundle is currently sold containing both.

However, Sleep Stack already contains magnesium, so customers should check total intake and follow both labels.

Is Magnesium Bisglycinate vegan?

Yes. It is as suitable for vegans and vegetarians and is Halal certified.