Typical dose
100-400 mg of elemental magnesium daily, typical...
Oral
Oral safety: very low
About this supplement
Magnesium Lysinate Glycinate is a chelated mineral supplement where magnesium is bound to two amino acids: lysine and glycine. This specific chelation is designed to enhance magnesium's bioavailability and absorption in the gastrointestinal tract compared to inorganic magnesium salts. The lysinate and glycinate components may provide additional benefits, as glycine is calming and lysine is involved in protein synthesis. This form is particularly noted for its high elemental magnesium content and gentle effect on the digestive system, making it suitable for addressing magnesium deficiency.
How much to take
- Typical amount
- 100-400 mg of elemental magnesium daily, typically divided into 2-3 doses.
- Suggested range
- 100-400 mg elemental magnesium daily
Potential benefits
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Things to watch for
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Health goals
Needs and goals this form may help with:
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Technical details ▼
Chemical ID (CAS)
None specifically assigned for this exact chelate blend; components: Magnesium Glycinate (14783-68-1), L-Lysine (56-87-1).
Formula
Variable/complex; typically represented as Mg(C₆H₁₄N₂O₂)₂·C₂H₅NO₂ or similar chelate structure.
Physical properties
Typically a fine, white to off-white crystalline powder. Soluble in water. Odorless.
How it’s made
Produced via a chelation process where magnesium ions are reacted with the amino acids L-lysine and glycine under controlled conditions (often in aqueous solution), forming stable, ring-like coordination complexes. The process ensures a specific molar ratio of magnesium to the amino acid ligands.