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Magnesium (Glycinate/L-Threonate)

Also known as: Magnesium Glycinate, Magnesium L-Threonate, Magtein, Magnesium

Essential mineral for sleep, stress, and 300+ enzymatic reactions

Method

oral

Level

beginner

Risk

moderate

Status

FDA Approved

Quick Summary

Essential mineral for sleep, stress, and 300+ enzymatic reactions

Also called: Magnesium Glycinate, Magnesium L-Threonate, Magtein, Magnesium

What is Magnesium (Glycinate/L-Threonate)?

Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions, yet approximately 50% of the US population is deficient. Magnesium glycinate is the best-absorbed form for sleep and stress reduction. Magnesium L-Threonate (Magtein) is the only form shown to cross the blood-brain barrier and increase brain magnesium levels, with documented cognitive and memory benefits (Liu et al., 2010). Magnesium deficiency impairs sleep quality, increases cortisol, reduces testosterone, and impairs muscle function.

How It's Made

Magnesium glycinate is magnesium chelated to glycine. Magnesium L-Threonate is magnesium chelated to L-Threonate, developed at MIT for superior CNS penetration.

Potential Benefits

Improved sleep quality and duration
Stress and anxiety reduction
Testosterone support
Muscle function and recovery
Cognitive support (L-Threonate form)
Blood pressure regulation
Bone health

Who Uses This?

Common goals and use cases for Magnesium (Glycinate/L-Threonate):

Sleep optimizationStress managementAthletic recoveryCognitive performanceGeneral health foundation

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