BulkSupplements.com Magnesium Glycinate
Brand: BulkSupplements.com · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that magnesium glycinate from BulkSupplements.com is a well-absorbed form of magnesium, but our assessment is based on the ingredient calcium, as specific data for magnesium glycinate is not available in the provided data. You should be aware that calcium, not magnesium, is the mineral detailed in the data. For bone health, calcium supports bone density and mineral deposition, and for your nerves and muscles, it supports muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural builder and a signaling messenger. It works by directly supporting bone mineralization, helping to keep your skeleton strong. At the same time, it acts as a key player in neuromuscular relaxation, meaning it helps your muscles relax after contracting and supports the proper transmission of signals through your nerves [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, though a specific count for this product is not available. Based on the calcium data, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Side effects from high calcium levels include poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS] [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Start by checking with your doctor about your current magnesium and calcium levels. Since calcium can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin, take this supplement at a different time than those drugs [NIH ODS]. We recommend you choose a product with clear labeling for magnesium glycinate, as specific data for this product is not available in the provided information.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | BulkSupplements.com |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 250.0 Gram(s) 8.8 Ounce(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide