{"product_id":"canprev-magnesium-bis-glycinate-200","title":"CanPrev Magnesium Bisglycinate 200 Gentle, Highly Absorbable Magnesium 200mg Capsules","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCanPrev Magnesium Bisglycinate 200 Gentle Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanPrev Magnesium Bisglycinate 200 Gentle\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers 200 mg of elemental magnesium per capsule using magnesium bisglycinate — the form most healthcare practitioners recommend for sleep, stress, and muscle support. The bisglycinate form is well-absorbed and gentle on digestion (it doesn't have the laxative effect of magnesium citrate or oxide). Made in Canada. Vegan, non-GMO, and free from common allergens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"vitamart-trust-strip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamins Lowest Prices\u003c\/strong\u003e  |  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/pages\/low-price-guarantee\"\u003eLowest Price in Canada — Guaranteed\u003c\/a\u003e  |  Ships from Ontario across Canada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium per capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 mg elemental magnesium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnesium bisglycinate chelate + magnesium oxide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCanada\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, non-GMO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest taken\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvening with food (most popular use is sleep support)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho CanPrev Magnesium Bisglycinate Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults dealing with stress, anxiety, or trouble winding down at night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople with trouble falling or staying asleep — magnesium is one of the most-recommended sleep supplements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive people experiencing muscle cramps, tension, or post-workout soreness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting a daily magnesium that won't cause loose stools (the bisglycinate form is gentle on digestion)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults 40+ where magnesium absorption from food declines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this product is NOT for:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you mostly want magnesium for occasional constipation, magnesium citrate works better (it pulls water into the bowel). If you have kidney disease or take certain medications (especially certain antibiotics or osteoporosis drugs), talk to your healthcare practitioner first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamart's Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnesium is the supplement people most often tell us actually helped — usually with sleep, sometimes with muscle cramps or stress. Bisglycinate is the gentle form. It doesn't run you to the bathroom the way some magnesiums do, and the glycine part is calming on its own. Take one before bed with food. CanPrev's a well-known Canadian brand and 200 mg is a full daily dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow CanPrev Magnesium Bisglycinate Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eBisglycinate vs Citrate vs Oxide\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium Bisglycinate (this form):\u003c\/strong\u003e Best for sleep, stress, muscle tension, and daily use. Well-absorbed and gentle.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium Citrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best for occasional constipation. Has a mild laxative effect.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium Oxide:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very low absorption (4%). Often found in lower-cost multivitamins. Best avoided if absorption matters to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCanPrev vs Vitacheck Magnesium Bisglycinate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanPrev (this product):\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium Canadian brand, well-known and trusted. Higher price.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitacheck Magnesium Bisglycinate:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of our Vitamart Exclusive brands. Same elemental dose (200 mg), same bisglycinate form, lower-cost option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMagnesium Bisglycinate vs Magnesium Threonate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium Bisglycinate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best for general sleep, stress, and muscle support.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium Threonate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crosses the blood-brain barrier better. Used specifically for cognitive support. Premium-priced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe 7 Forms of Magnesium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot all magnesium supplements are the same. The form determines what magnesium does in your body:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBisglycinate (this product):\u003c\/strong\u003e Sleep, stress, muscle tension. Gentle on digestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCitrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constipation relief. Mild laxative effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThreonate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brain and cognitive support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Energy production and fibromyalgia support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaurate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cardiovascular support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChloride \/ Sulfate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Usually topical (Epsom salts).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOxide:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low absorption (~4%). Avoid for therapeutic use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you only buy one magnesium, bisglycinate is the most flexible — it works for sleep, stress, muscle support, and daily maintenance without digestive side effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults: Take 1 capsule daily, ideally in the evening with food, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner. Some people take 2 capsules — once in the morning and once in the evening — for stronger support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalk to a healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have kidney disease, have a medical condition, or are taking medication (especially certain antibiotics or osteoporosis drugs).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhy bisglycinate over other forms?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBisglycinate is well-absorbed, gentle on digestion (no laxative effect), and the glycine component supports relaxation. It's the form most healthcare practitioners recommend for general use, especially for sleep and stress.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eIs this good for sleep?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMagnesium bisglycinate is one of the most popular sleep supplements. Magnesium supports the nervous system's relaxation response, and the glycine in bisglycinate has its own calming effect. Most people take it 30-60 minutes before bed.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eHow is this different from Vitacheck Magnesium Bisglycinate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBoth use 200 mg of elemental magnesium from bisglycinate. CanPrev is the established Canadian premium brand. Vitacheck is one of our Vitamart Exclusive brands at a lower price point. Both are quality options — it's a choice between premium brand recognition and price.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWill this cause loose stools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBisglycinate is the gentlest magnesium form on digestion. Unlike citrate or oxide (which pull water into the bowel and cause loose stools at higher doses), bisglycinate is well-absorbed and shouldn't cause this.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eHow much magnesium should I take daily?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHealth Canada's RDI is 320 mg (women) and 420 mg (men). Most adults get about half from food, so 200-400 mg from supplements is typical. Start with 1 capsule (200 mg) and adjust based on how you feel.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eShould I take it with or without food?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWith food is better — reduces any chance of stomach upset and supports absorption. Evening dosing is most common for sleep support.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/vitamin-d\"\u003eVitamin D Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e — magnesium is needed to activate vitamin D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/vitamin-k\"\u003eVitamin K2 Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e — completes the bone and cardiovascular trio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/calcium\"\u003eCalcium Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e — magnesium and calcium balance each other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/multivitamins\"\u003eMultivitamins\u003c\/a\u003e — daily nutritional foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e💡 Subscribe \u0026amp; save up to 10% on every order — never run out of your daily supplements.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompare Similar Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/magnesium\"\u003eAll Magnesium Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e — Compare all magnesium forms and brands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/vitacheck-magnesium-bisglycinate-200mg-120-vegetable-capsules\"\u003eVitacheck Magnesium Bisglycinate 200mg\u003c\/a\u003e — Vitamart Exclusive version at a lower price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/magnesium-bisglycinate\"\u003eMagnesium Bisglycinate\u003c\/a\u003e — Browse bisglycinate options from different brands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/sleep-aids\"\u003eSleep Aids\u003c\/a\u003e — Magnesium is one of many sleep-support options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Vitamart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamart.ca is Canada's vitamin specialist. 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