The Health Aid Magnesium Bisglycinate 375mg is a dietary supplement in tablet form, containing bisglycinate magnesium, i.e., magnesium in chelated form bound to two glycine molecules, enhanced with vitamin B6. The package contains 60 tablets, equivalent to a one-month supply at the recommended dosage.
It is intended for adults who wish to meet their magnesium needs with a form designed for good gastrointestinal tolerance. It is suitable for vegans and contains no gluten, wheat, soybeans, dairy, sugar, salt, yeast, artificial colors, preservatives, or flavorings.
Magnesium never exists alone in a supplement. It is always bound to another molecule, and this molecule determines two things: how much elemental magnesium the tablet actually contains, and how well the intestine tolerates it.
In bisglycinate magnesium, the metal is chelated to two glycine molecules, a natural amino acid. The compound utilizes amino acid absorption pathways rather than just the classic metal pathways. Practically, this means it differs from inorganic forms like oxide, which in sensitive individuals and at higher doses are more often associated with gastrointestinal discomfort and loose stools.
Attention to label reading. The "375mg" in the product name refers to the amount of the chelated compound per tablet, not the elemental magnesium. The elemental magnesium is 75mg per tablet and 150mg in the recommended dose of two tablets, i.e., 40% of the Reference Daily Intake. This is how all chelated formulations are named, and it’s worth knowing when comparing products by mg.
Magnesium is a cofactor in hundreds of enzymatic reactions, most of which involve energy production and management in the cell. The approved health claims for magnesium, under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006, are among the most evidence-backed in the metal category.
Vitamin B6, in the form of pyridoxine, is not a decorative addition. At the recommended dose of two tablets, it provides 5mg, i.e., 350% of the Reference Daily Intake, and its role overlaps with that of magnesium in three areas: the nervous system, psychological function, and fatigue.
Specifically, vitamin B6 contributes to normal nervous system function, normal psychological function, the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, normal energy metabolism, normal protein and glycogen metabolism, normal erythropoiesis, normal immune system function, and the regulation of hormonal activity.*
It suits adults with increased magnesium needs due to regular exercise or intense physical activity, those with reduced dietary intake, and those who have tried other magnesium forms and did not tolerate them well. The combination with vitamin B6 also makes it a reasonable choice during periods of fatigue and increased mental or physical strain.
Pregnant and lactating women, as well as those taking medication, should consult their pharmacist before taking any supplement.
Per 2 tablets (recommended daily dose): Magnesium bisglycinate (chelated compound) 750mg, of which elemental magnesium 150mg (40% RDI). Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) 5mg (350% RDI).
Other ingredients: Bulking agent (calcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose), anti-caking agent (vegetable stearic acid, vegetable magnesium stearate), coating (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose HPMC, glycerol).
Does not contain: yeast, gluten, wheat, soybeans, dairy, sugar, salt, artificial colors, preservatives, or flavorings. Suitable for vegans.
Form: Film-coated tablets, 60 per pack. Recommended dosage: Adults and children over 12, 2 tablets daily. Adults can increase to up to 4 tablets daily if required or on the advice of a healthcare professional.
Preferably with food. Intake should be at least 2 hours away from tetracycline or quinolone antibiotics, as well as bisphosphonate drugs for osteoporosis, as magnesium can reduce their absorption.
Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment, or cure of human disease. Store in a cool, dry place, away from children.
Two tablets daily for adults and children over 12. Adults can go up to 4 tablets if needed or on the advice of a healthcare professional. In 2 tablets, you get 150mg of elemental magnesium, i.e., 40% of the Reference Daily Intake.
No. The 375mg is the amount of the chelated compound magnesium bisglycinate per tablet. The elemental magnesium, i.e., the metal itself, is 75mg per tablet and 150mg in two tablets. When comparing formulations, always compare elemental to elemental.
Oxide is an inorganic form with high elemental magnesium content but lower solubility, and is more often associated with laxative effects on the intestine. Bisglycinate is a chelated form, absorbed via amino acid pathways, and is usually chosen when oxide was not well tolerated.
The bisglycinate form is considered one of the best-tolerated chelated forms of magnesium. Individual tolerance, however, varies; in case of sensitivity, it is advised to start with one tablet daily with food, gradually increasing to two.
There is no mandatory time of intake. The two tablets can be taken together or split into two doses, preferably with food, depending on personal routine.
At the recommended dose of 2 tablets daily, the 60 tablets last for 30 days.
Yes. The product is labeled as suitable for vegans, and the excipients, including magnesium stearate and stearic acid, are plant-derived. The coating is HPMC with glycerol, without gelatin.
Magnesium reduces the absorption of tetracycline and quinolone antibiotics, as well as bisphosphonate drugs for osteoporosis. A gap of at least 2 hours is required. In case of any medication, prior consultation with a pharmacist is advised.
Yes, with caution regarding the total daily magnesium intake from all sources to avoid excess. Particular caution is needed if already taking a multivitamin containing magnesium or vitamin B6.
* Health claims approved under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006.
Per 2 tablets (recommended daily dose):
Bisglycinate magnesium (chelated compound) 750mg, of which elemental magnesium 150mg (40% DV)
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) 5mg (350% DV)
Per tablet: Bisglycinate magnesium 375mg, of which elemental magnesium 75mg. Vitamin B6 2.5mg.
Other ingredients: Bulking agent (dibasic phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose), anti-caking agent (vegetable stearate, vegetable stearate magnesium), coating (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose HPMC, glycerol).
Does not contain: yeast, gluten, wheat, soy, dairy, sugar, salt, artificial colors, preservatives or flavorings. Suitable for vegans.
Recommended dosage: Adults and children over 12 years, 2 tablets daily. Adults may increase to 4 tablets daily if required or on the advice of a healthcare professional. Preferably with food.
Interactions. The intake should be at least 2 hours away from tetracycline or quinolone antibiotics, as well as from bisphosphonate drugs for osteoporosis, because magnesium may reduce their absorption. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use.
Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of a human disease. Store in a cool and dry place, away from children.
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