{"product_id":"nfh-magnesium-sap","title":"NFH Magnesium SAP, Magnesium Bisglycinate Capsules","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNFH Magnesium SAP Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNFH Magnesium SAP\u003c\/strong\u003e is a practitioner-grade magnesium bisglycinate formula delivering 150 mg of elemental magnesium per capsule from 833 mg of chelated magnesium bisglycinate. NFH uses a clean formulation with no fillers, no magnesium oxide, and no unnecessary additives — just highly absorbable bisglycinate in vegetarian capsules. Practitioner-grade Canadian brand. Practitioner recommendation required.\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\u003eElemental magnesium per capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium bisglycinate per capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e833 mg\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 (chelated to glycine)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand positioning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNFH — Canadian practitioner-grade brand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequires\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePractitioner recommendation before use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 or 180 capsules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGluten-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest taken\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAs directed by your practitioner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho NFH Magnesium SAP Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatients whose healthcare practitioner has specifically recommended NFH magnesium bisglycinate for clinical magnesium support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults working with naturopaths or integrative practitioners on PMS, migraine, sleep, or muscle recovery protocols\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople wanting practitioner-grade manufacturing standards for daily magnesium support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults who've tried other magnesium forms and got digestive issues — bisglycinate is the gentlest form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone with severely depleted magnesium status looking for higher-dose clinical support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this product is NOT for:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you don't have a healthcare practitioner guiding your supplement choices, choose a consumer-grade bisglycinate instead — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/vitacheck-magnesium-bisglycinate-200mg\"\u003eVitacheck Magnesium Bisglycinate\u003c\/a\u003e (Vitamart Exclusive) or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/aor-magnesium-glycinate\"\u003eAOR Magnesium Glycinate\u003c\/a\u003e are equally effective and don't require practitioner recommendation. If you specifically want brain magnesium support, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/naka-pro-mg12-magnesium-l-threonate-144mg-90-capsules\"\u003emagnesium L-threonate\u003c\/a\u003e is the targeted form. If you have kidney disease, consult your practitioner before any magnesium supplementation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamart's Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNFH Magnesium SAP is the magnesium bisglycinate naturopaths and integrative practitioners often choose when they want clinical-grade quality for their patients. The active ingredient (magnesium bisglycinate) is the same as what's in consumer-grade bisglycinates like Vitacheck or AOR — the difference is brand positioning and manufacturing standards. NFH's practitioner-grade products are designed for use under professional oversight as part of broader wellness protocols. If your practitioner recommended NFH Magnesium SAP, this is the sensible choice for following their protocol. If you're shopping magnesium on your own without practitioner guidance, you don't need to pay the practitioner-grade markup — consumer-grade bisglycinate works the same way and costs less. The chelated bisglycinate form is what matters; the brand premium is for practitioner protocol use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow NFH Magnesium SAP Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNFH Magnesium SAP vs Vitacheck Magnesium Bisglycinate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNFH Magnesium SAP (this product):\u003c\/strong\u003e Practitioner-grade brand. 150 mg elemental magnesium per capsule. Requires practitioner recommendation. Built for use within broader wellness protocols.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitacheck Magnesium Bisglycinate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Same active ingredient (magnesium bisglycinate). 200 mg elemental magnesium per capsule. More accessible price point. Vitamart Exclusive brand. No practitioner recommendation required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNFH Magnesium SAP vs NFH Magnesium Citrate SAP\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNFH Magnesium SAP (this product):\u003c\/strong\u003e Bisglycinate form — gentle on digestion, no laxative effect, good for daily use.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNFH Magnesium Citrate SAP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citrate form — has mild laxative effect, useful for constipation support. Different magnesium form for different goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNFH Magnesium SAP vs NFH Cal-Mag SAP\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNFH Magnesium SAP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Magnesium-only formula. Higher magnesium dose per capsule.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNFH Cal-Mag SAP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combined calcium and magnesium for bone health. A fit if you want both minerals together. Different formulation goal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePractitioner-Grade vs Consumer-Grade Magnesium: What's the Difference?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor most supplements, the difference between practitioner-grade and consumer-grade brands comes down to brand positioning and intended use, not active ingredient effectiveness. For magnesium specifically:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe active ingredient is the same:\u003c\/strong\u003e Magnesium bisglycinate from any reputable manufacturer is the same chemical compound. Your body absorbs it the same way regardless of brand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturing standards may differ slightly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practitioner-grade brands often have more rigorous quality controls, batch testing, and ingredient sourcing standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand positioning differs significantly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practitioner-grade brands are designed for use under professional oversight, often as part of broader patient protocols. They typically aren't marketed directly to consumers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigher cost reflects the brand model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practitioner-grade products are sold through naturopaths, chiropractors, and integrative practitioners. The higher cost reflects this distribution model, not necessarily better effectiveness for the same active ingredient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor magnesium bisglycinate specifically: if your practitioner recommended a specific brand, follow their guidance. If you're choosing on your own, consumer-grade bisglycinate from reputable Canadian brands (Vitacheck, AOR, CanPrev) works equally well at a more accessible price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults: Take as directed by your healthcare practitioner. Typical dosing is 1-2 capsules daily with food, though practitioners often adjust based on specific patient needs and total daily magnesium target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practitioner recommendation is required before use. Talk to your healthcare practitioner if you have kidney disease, take prescription medications (especially blood pressure medications), or are pregnant or breastfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhy does NFH require practitioner recommendation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNFH is a practitioner-grade brand designed for clinical use under healthcare practitioner guidance. Their products are typically prescribed as part of broader wellness protocols rather than purchased directly off the shelf. For magnesium bisglycinate specifically, the active ingredient is the same as in consumer-grade bisglycinates — the practitioner-grade positioning is about how the product is intended to be used.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eIs this better than over-the-counter magnesium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe magnesium bisglycinate itself works the same way regardless of brand. NFH's practitioner-grade quality controls and manufacturing standards are excellent. But if your practitioner hasn't specifically recommended NFH, equally effective consumer-grade bisglycinate is available at a more accessible price.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhy bisglycinate instead of citrate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBisglycinate is gentler on digestion — no laxative effect, less likely to cause loose stools. Citrate has a mild laxative effect that's helpful for constipation but problematic for daily use without that goal. Bisglycinate is the form most practitioners recommend for general daily magnesium support, sleep, stress, and muscle goals.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eHow much should I take daily?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis depends on your practitioner's protocol and overall daily magnesium target. Health Canada's RDI is 400-420 mg for men, 310-320 mg for women. Most adults get 200-300 mg from food, so 100-200 mg from supplements is typical. Your practitioner may recommend higher therapeutic doses for specific goals — follow their guidance.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eCan I take it with calcium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYes — they're often taken together for bone and muscle health. Some practitioners recommend taking them at different times of day, others are fine with both together. Follow your practitioner's specific protocol.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWill it cause diarrhea?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMuch less likely than citrate or oxide forms. Bisglycinate is the form specifically chosen for daily use because of its gentle digestive profile. Most adults tolerate 300-400 mg daily without issues.\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\/adrenal-support\"\u003eAdrenal Support Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e — magnesium supports stress recovery alongside adrenal protocols\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/sleep-supplements\"\u003eSleep Support Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e — magnesium is foundational for sleep quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/b-complex\"\u003eB Complex Vitamins\u003c\/a\u003e — supports energy and nervous system function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/electrolytes\"\u003eElectrolytes\u003c\/a\u003e — magnesium is one of the four key electrolytes\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\/products\/vitacheck-magnesium-bisglycinate-200mg\"\u003eVitacheck Magnesium Bisglycinate\u003c\/a\u003e — Vitamart Exclusive consumer-grade alternative.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/aor-magnesium-glycinate\"\u003eAOR Magnesium Glycinate\u003c\/a\u003e — Consumer-grade Canadian bisglycinate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/magnesium\"\u003eAll Magnesium Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e — Compare magnesium across brands and forms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/professional\"\u003ePractitioner-Grade Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e — Browse NFH and other practitioner brands.\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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