SKU: MGC

Magnesium Glycinate Complex

Magnesium Optimized for Uptake and Designed for Comfort*

A premium-quality magnesium supplement designed to help your body absorb more magnesium per serving while being gentle on your digestive system.*

Combines a highly bioavailable chelated form of magnesium with a buffered delivery system to enhance absorption, while helping to minimize occasional loose stools or stomach upset associated with standard magnesium supplements.*

  • Promotes optimal magnesium status, including for individuals with compromised or poor digestion*
  • Supports energy production*
  • Supports heart health and healthy blood vessel function*
  • Promotes healthy blood pressure*
  • Supports muscle and physical relaxation*
  • Supports bone health*
  • Supports healthy blood sugar metabolism*
  • Supports balanced stress responses*
  • Promotes healthy sleep quality*

Recommended Use: Take 2 capsules per day or as directed by your health-care practitioner.

Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in over 600 biochemical reactions in the body

Magnesium status is often low due to modern diets, stress, and certain medications, so supplementation can be beneficial for many.* This advanced chelated, buffered formula is designed to help maintain an optimal gastrointestinal pH environment for superior absorption, promoting magnesium bioavailability.* It may also be less affected by dietary inhibitors like phytates and may utilize alternative intestinal uptake pathways to help larger amounts be absorbed more efficiently.* Magnesium Glycinate Complex may be especially beneficial for individuals with plant-forward diets, low magnesium intake, or GI sensitivity to standard magnesium supplements.*

Magnesium Glycinate Complex

Key Performance Benefits*

  • Promotes optimal magnesium status, including for individuals with compromised digestion
  • Supports muscle relaxation and bone health
  • Supports healthy blood sugar metabolism
  • Supports energy production
  • Supports heart health and healthy blood pressure
  • Supports balanced stress responses and quality restful sleep

What This Product Is

Magnesium Glycinate Complex is a premium-quality magnesium supplement providing 300 mg per 2-capsule serving as TRAACS® Magnesium Bisglycinate Chelate Buffered. This advanced formula combines a highly absorbable chelated form of magnesium with a buffered delivery system, combining magnesium bisglycinate chelate and magnesium oxide to help the body absorb more magnesium per serving without the stomach discomfort that some magnesium products can cause.

Compared to magnesium oxide alone, this buffered chelate system was shown to provide nearly 4X greater magnesium absorption, making it a smart choice for those who want real benefits from their magnesium supplement. Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in over 600 processes in the body, yet nearly half of U.S. adults do not get enough from food alone. This formula may be ideal for people who have higher magnesium needs due to stress or certain medications, or who have experienced occasional digestive discomfort with other magnesium supplements.

Mechanism of Action

Buffered Chelate System for Enhanced Absorption

The TRAACS® Magnesium Bisglycinate Chelate Buffered system combines magnesium bisglycinate chelate with magnesium oxide, providing nearly 4X greater magnesium absorption compared to magnesium oxide alone. This dual-form approach maximizes the amount of magnesium that reaches the body while remaining gentle on the GI tract.

Bisglycinate Chelate for GI Tolerance

The chelated form of magnesium, where magnesium is bound to two glycine amino acid molecules, allows for efficient absorption while minimizing the loose stools and stomach upset commonly associated with magnesium supplementation, particularly at higher servings.

Cofactor for 600+ Biological Processes

300 mg of elemental magnesium per serving supports muscle relaxation, bone health, blood sugar metabolism, energy production, heart health and normal blood pressure, and balanced stress responses and sleep quality as a cofactor for over 600 processes throughout the body.*

Athletic Applications

  • Individuals seeking enhanced magnesium absorption with the buffered chelate system
  • Those who do not get enough magnesium from diet alone
  • Individuals with higher magnesium needs due to stress or certain medications
  • Those who have experienced digestive discomfort with other magnesium supplements
  • Individuals wanting comprehensive support for muscles, bones, heart, blood sugar, energy, and sleep*

Key Ingredients / Formula Highlights

Magnesium (300 mg as TRAACS® Magnesium Bisglycinate Chelate Buffered)

Combines magnesium bisglycinate chelate and magnesium oxide. Nearly 4X greater absorption compared to magnesium oxide alone. Gentle on the GI tract. 71% Daily Value per serving.

Capsule Format

Two capsules per day dosing. Available in 60, 120, and 240 vegetarian capsule sizes. Gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, vegan, and non-GMO.

Suggested Use

Take 2 capsules per day, or as directed by your health-care practitioner.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Magnesium Glycinate Complex compare to Magnesium Buffered Chelate?

Both products use magnesium bisglycinate chelate for superior absorption and GI tolerance. Magnesium Glycinate Complex uses the TRAACS® Magnesium Bisglycinate Chelate Buffered system, which combines chelated magnesium with magnesium oxide for nearly 4X greater absorption than oxide alone. Magnesium Glycinate Complex provides 300 mg per 2-capsule serving with the enhanced buffered delivery system.

How does this compare to the powder forms?

Magnesium Glycinate Complex capsules offer convenient fixed dosing with the advanced buffered chelate system. Magnesium Glycinate Powder and Magnesium Chelate Powder also provide 300 mg per serving with serving size flexibility. The capsule form is ideal for those preferring consistent dosing, while powders suit those who prefer mixing into beverages.

Who may benefit most from Magnesium Glycinate Complex?

Individuals who do not get enough magnesium from diet alone, those with higher magnesium needs due to stress or certain medications, people who have experienced digestive discomfort with other magnesium supplements, and anyone seeking the enhanced absorption of the buffered chelate system for comprehensive magnesium support.

Practitioner Reference

Magnesium Glycinate Complex is positioned within the Designs for Health Foundational Health category. Available as MGC060 (60 vegetarian capsules), MGC120 (120 vegetarian capsules), and MGC240 (240 vegetarian capsules). This product is intended for use under the guidance of a licensed health-care practitioner.

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