{"product_id":"naka-platinum-enhanced-magnesium-l-threonate-144mg-l-theanine-gaba-vegetable-capsules","title":"Naka Platinum Enhanced Magnesium L-Threonate 144mg with L-Theanine and GABA, 60 Vegetable Capsules","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNaka Platinum Enhanced Magnesium L-Threonate Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNaka Platinum Enhanced Magnesium L-Threonate\u003c\/strong\u003e combines 2,000mg of magnesium L-threonate (delivering 144mg elemental magnesium) with L-theanine and GABA in one capsule. Magnesium L-threonate is the only form of magnesium clinically shown to cross the blood-brain barrier effectively, making it the targeted choice for cognitive support, memory, and sleep quality. The addition of L-theanine and GABA layers in calming neurotransmitter support — making this an evening-friendly magnesium formula. 60 vegetable capsules. Made by Naka, a Canadian brand.\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\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaka Platinum (Canadian)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium form\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnesium L-threonate (Magtein™-style) — crosses blood-brain barrier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePer capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,000mg magnesium L-threonate (144mg elemental magnesium)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdded compounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-theanine + GABA for calming support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 vegetable capsules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan capsule\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 for sleep \u0026amp; relaxation; or divided AM\/PM for cognitive use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Naka Magnesium L-Threonate Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults focused on memory, focus, or cognitive performance who want magnesium specifically for brain support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOlder adults wanting age-related cognitive support — brain magnesium levels decline with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople with busy-mind sleep difficulty who can't shut off racing thoughts at night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults dealing with stress, anxiety, or overstimulation who want layered calming support (L-theanine + GABA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents, knowledge workers, or anyone with high cognitive demands looking for daily brain nutrition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople who've tried magnesium glycinate or citrate for sleep but want the brain-specific form for deeper effects\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 muscle cramps, general daily use, or constipation relief, magnesium glycinate or citrate is the better-value choice — you don't need the premium-priced L-threonate form for body-focused use. People with kidney disease should consult their healthcare practitioner before any magnesium supplementation. People taking sedatives, benzodiazepines, or central nervous system depressants should consult their practitioner — GABA and L-theanine can add to sedation. Not for pregnant or breastfeeding women without practitioner approval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamart's Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaka Magnesium L-Threonate is a magnesium supplement aimed at cognitive support rather than general magnesium support. It uses the L-threonate form, which is often chosen for cognitive-support formulas, and adds L-theanine and GABA for calming support — a useful feature for evening or wind-down routines. This makes it a more targeted option than everyday magnesium. It’s made in Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Naka Magnesium L-Threonate Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMagnesium L-Threonate vs Magnesium Glycinate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnesium glycinate is the workhorse for general daily magnesium use — muscle relaxation, stress, sleep, body-wide replacement — at significantly lower cost per dose. Magnesium L-threonate is specifically formulated to reach brain tissue, making it the targeted choice for cognitive support and memory. Many people use both: threonate for brain-focused goals, glycinate as the daily body-magnesium baseline. If you only buy one magnesium, glycinate is usually the sensible default unless brain support is your primary goal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMagnesium L-Threonate vs Magnesium Citrate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnesium citrate is well-absorbed and useful for occasional constipation relief because it has a laxative effect. It doesn't cross the blood-brain barrier well, so it's not the form for cognitive support. L-threonate has no laxative effect and is specifically brain-targeted. Different tools for different uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNaka Threonate vs Standalone Magnesium L-Threonate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlain magnesium L-threonate (without L-theanine and GABA) is widely available and slightly lower-priced. Naka's version adds the L-theanine (calming alpha-brain-wave promoter from green tea) and GABA (calming neurotransmitter) for layered cognitive and sleep support. If you take L-theanine or GABA separately already, plain threonate is fine. If you want everything in one capsule for evening use, Naka's enhanced version is the practical choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNaka Threonate vs Pro Destress (L-theanine + GABA Formulas)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePro Destress-style formulas (L-theanine + GABA + holy basil) work fast for acute stress moments but don't include magnesium. Naka Threonate is for steadier nightly calming and longer-term cognitive support. Different durations of action; some people use both — Pro Destress for stressful afternoons, Naka Threonate as part of evening sleep routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes Magnesium L-Threonate Different\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeveloped at MIT.\u003c\/strong\u003e Magnesium L-threonate was developed by researchers at MIT specifically to overcome the blood-brain barrier problem with conventional magnesium forms. The branded form is called Magtein™.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrain magnesium levels.\u003c\/strong\u003e Research has shown L-threonate effectively raises magnesium concentration in brain tissue, where most other forms struggle to reach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCognitive and memory research.\u003c\/strong\u003e Studies (in both animals and humans) have looked at L-threonate for memory, learning, cognitive function in older adults, and brain magnesium in neurodegenerative conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNMDA receptor activity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Magnesium plays a key role at NMDA receptors — the receptors involved in learning, memory, and synaptic plasticity. Raising brain magnesium supports this function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy the L-theanine.\u003c\/strong\u003e L-theanine is an amino acid from green tea that promotes alpha brain wave activity — the calm-but-alert state associated with meditation and focus. It works synergistically with magnesium for relaxation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy the GABA.\u003c\/strong\u003e GABA is the brain's main inhibitory (calming) neurotransmitter. Whether oral GABA reaches the brain directly is debated, but most users report calming effects, and the combination with L-theanine and magnesium creates a multi-pathway approach to evening relaxation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe 144mg elemental note.\u003c\/strong\u003e 2,000mg of magnesium L-threonate delivers about 144mg of elemental (actual) magnesium — lower than what you'd get from a glycinate capsule. Threonate is paying for the brain delivery, not high absolute magnesium load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults: Take 1–2 capsules in the evening, about 30–60 minutes before bed for sleep and relaxation support. For cognitive use, split capsules between morning and evening. Take with or without food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have kidney disease, take sedatives, benzodiazepines, blood pressure medication, or other central nervous system depressants, or have a medical condition. The L-theanine and GABA components can add to sedation if combined with sleep medications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhy is the elemental magnesium so low (144mg)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eL-threonate is a relatively bulky molecule, so 2,000mg of magnesium L-threonate delivers about 144mg of actual elemental magnesium. The point of threonate isn't high absolute magnesium load — it's the brain-specific delivery. If you also need general daily magnesium for muscles and stress, take a magnesium glycinate alongside this for body-wide support.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWill this make me drowsy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIt's designed for evening use and calming — the magnesium plus L-theanine plus GABA combination promotes relaxation without being aggressively sedating. Most people find it makes falling asleep easier without the morning grogginess of stronger sleep aids. Some people take it during the day for cognitive support without sedation; results vary.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eHow long until I notice effects?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSleep and calming effects often show within 1–2 weeks of consistent evening use. Cognitive and memory effects from raising brain magnesium take longer — typically 4–8 weeks. Don't judge it on a few days; let the brain magnesium levels build.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eCan I take threonate and glycinate together?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYes, and many people do. Threonate evening (for brain and sleep), glycinate during the day or split (for general body magnesium). The combined elemental magnesium adds up — just stay under 400mg total elemental magnesium per day from supplements unless your practitioner advises higher.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eIs the research real?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe MIT research on L-threonate raising brain magnesium is real, peer-reviewed, and replicated. The cognitive effects in humans (memory, focus) have moderate research support with ongoing studies. Don't expect dramatic effects — it's a nutrient support, not a stimulant. The clearest evidence is for brain magnesium levels themselves, with cognitive effects building from that foundation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eCan I take it with my sleep medication?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTalk to your healthcare practitioner first. The L-theanine and GABA in this formula can add to the sedative effect of sleep medications, potentially making them feel stronger than expected. 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