120 mg Magnesium Glycinate Supplement

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Magnesium deficiency in the body can be attributed to dairy foods, caffeine in both drinks and food, excessive protein intake, fluoride, alcohol, trans fats, and foods high in sugar.

No, but coffee blocks the absorption of magnesium while still in the gut.  Coffee does not affect magnesium already in the body.  Heavy doses of coffee can lead to magnesium depletion if they are consumed at the same time.

Although magnesium will not directly cause weight loss, normal levels can help lower inflammation and improve gut health, which are seen in obesity and may make weight loss more difficult.  Taking magnesium alone has not been shown to be effective in weight loss.

Magnesium itself does not make you sleepy, but it does help relax the muscles which can help promote sleep.

People with heart or kidney disease, diabetes, and intestinal diseases should speak to their doctor before taking magnesium.  Kidney disease can cause a buildup of magnesium to dangerous levels, making it more difficult to clear from the body.  If you are taking heart medications, diuretics, or antibiotics, you should take magnesium only under your doctors’ supervision.

Magnesium deficiency can present as loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, an irregular heartbeat, and overall weakness, amongst other symptoms.  Please see your doctor if you feel you may be suffering from a magnesium deficiency.

For the majority of people, taking magnesium everyday is not a problem.  Please be sure you are not taking too much.  The maximum dietary allowance for most adults is 400mg or less.  Magnesium comes in several different forms, i.e., glycinate, oxide, citrate, etc.  Try taking magnesium in small doses and gradually increase it so you don’t suffer from an upset digestive system.  Several forms of Magnesium, also referred to as Milk of Magnesia, are specifically for constipation.

The capsules are filled by weight to meet the claim on the label. As a natural ingredient, the density of the powder may vary, causing some capsules to seem less than full. Like all Cooper Complete products, Magnesium Glycinate is tested to ensure it meets the ingredient level specified on the label.

This dietary supplement is a large capsule. If the size is too large, you may put the contents from the capsule into applesauce or yogurt, and it will not impact its effectiveness.

The main difference is Magnesium Glycinate is easier on the stomach.  For some people, magnesium oxide may have a laxative effect.

Calcium and magnesium have a complicated relationship. Magnesium is essential for the absorption and metabolism of calcium inside the body. It’s important to keep these two minerals in balance. Too much calcium and/or too little magnesium can have negative health effects. It is important to speak with your physician before taking supplements to understand your specific needs.

The National Institutes of Health lists older adults and people with gastrointestinal diseases, type 2 diabetes, and alcoholics as top groups at risk of magnesium deficiency.

Symptoms of magnesium deficiency can include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, fatigue, and weakness. As magnesium deficiency worsens, numbness, tingling, muscle contractions, cramps, seizures, and abnormal heart rhythms can occur.

We suggest that Magnesium Glycinate be taken with your evening meal. Do not take magnesium supplements within two (2) hours of the osteoporosis medication Fosamax. Many antibiotics should be taken at least 2 hours before or 4-6 hours after a magnesium supplement.

Each Cooper Complete Magnesium Glycinate tablet contains 120 mg of elemental magnesium.

The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for magnesium varies by age and gender. Adult women need 310-360 mg per day, while adult men need 400-420 mg. It is important to speak with your physician before taking supplements to understand your specific needs.

Green leafy vegetables, nuts, beans, and whole grains are good sources of magnesium, as are coffee, tea, and chocolate. Although magnesium is found in many common foods, US dietary surveys such as the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) consistently show magnesium intake lower than recommended amounts.

A common complaint about magnesium is the laxative qualities of magnesium. Magnesium Glycinate has minimal, if any, laxative effect.

Magnesium Glycinate is the magnesium salt of glycine, also known as magnesium diglycinate or magnesium bisglycinate. It benefits sleep health, heart health, energy production, and bone health. Magnesium Glycinate is one of the easier forms of magnesium supplements for the stomach to digest.