{"product_id":"pure-encapsulations-magnesium-glycinate-180-capsules","title":"Pure Encapsulations Magnesium Glycinate 120mg, 180 Capsules","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePure Encapsulations Magnesium Glycinate 120mg Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePure Encapsulations Magnesium Glycinate\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers 120 mg of elemental magnesium as magnesium glycinate (magnesium bonded to the amino acid glycine) per capsule — the gentle, highly absorbable form ideal for daily use without digestive upset. Pure Encapsulations is one of the most-trusted US practitioner brands, known for hypoallergenic formulations free from common allergens and unnecessary additives. This form is well-suited for sleep, stress, muscle relaxation, and general magnesium support. 180 capsules — a generous bottle for daily long-term use.\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\u003e120 mg elemental (as magnesium glycinate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnesium glycinate — gentle, highly absorbable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSleep, stress, muscle relaxation, general magnesium support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e180 capsules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePure Encapsulations — trusted US practitioner brand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHypoallergenic, free from common allergens and unnecessary additives\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 support, or any time daily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Pure Encapsulations Magnesium Glycinate Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults wanting a gentle, well-absorbed magnesium for daily use without digestive upset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople using magnesium for sleep, stress, or muscle relaxation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults with sensitivities who need a hypoallergenic formula free from common allergens and additives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone whose practitioner specifically recommended Pure Encapsulations or practitioner-grade magnesium glycinate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople who react poorly to magnesium oxide or citrate (loose stools) and want a gentler form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults who appreciate a clean, minimal-ingredient formula from a trusted US practitioner brand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this product is NOT for:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you want magnesium specifically for brain and cognitive support, magnesium L-threonate is the targeted form — see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/canprev-magnesium-threonate-vegetable-capsules\"\u003eCanPrev Magnesium Threonate\u003c\/a\u003e. If you want magnesium for constipation relief, magnesium oxide or citrate work better — glycinate is gentle and won't have the laxative effect. If you want a more accessibly priced magnesium glycinate, see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/vitacheck-magnesium-bisglycinate-200mg\"\u003eVitacheck Magnesium Bisglycinate\u003c\/a\u003e, one of our Vitamart Exclusive brands. If you take medications, especially antibiotics or blood pressure medications, space magnesium by 2 hours and consult your practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamart's Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure Encapsulations Magnesium Glycinate is a clean, hypoallergenic magnesium supplement for daily use. The glycinate form is known for being gentle and is commonly chosen for relaxation, stress support, and sleep. The formula stays focused on quality ingredients without unnecessary additives. A straightforward option for everyday magnesium supplementation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Pure Encapsulations Magnesium Glycinate Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePure Encapsulations vs Vitacheck Magnesium Bisglycinate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePure Encapsulations (this product):\u003c\/strong\u003e US practitioner brand. Hypoallergenic. 120 mg per capsule.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitacheck Magnesium Bisglycinate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Same gentle glycinate form. Vitamart Exclusive brand at a more accessible price point. A fit if you want the same form at a lower-cost option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMagnesium Glycinate vs Magnesium L-Threonate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium Glycinate (this product):\u003c\/strong\u003e General-purpose. Sleep, stress, muscle. Gentle on digestion. More accessible cost.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium L-Threonate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crosses the blood-brain barrier for cognitive support specifically. Higher cost. A fit for brain-targeted magnesium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMagnesium Glycinate vs Magnesium Citrate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium Glycinate (this product):\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle, no laxative effect. Best for daily sleep and muscle support.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium Citrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good absorption but has a laxative effect at higher doses. A fit if you want some digestive regularity support alongside magnesium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe 7 Forms of Magnesium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnesium is the same mineral, but the form it's paired with completely changes what it does:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlycinate \/ Bisglycinate (this product):\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle, well-absorbed, the daily all-purpose form. Sleep, stress, muscle. Doesn't cause loose stools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eL-Threonate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The only form proven to cross the blood-brain barrier. Specifically for cognition, memory, focus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCitrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good general absorption, gentle laxative effect at higher doses. Energy production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bonded with malic acid. Supports cellular energy. Popular for daytime energy and fibromyalgia support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaurate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bonded with taurine. Cardiovascular support, calming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCitrate\/Malate blends:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combination forms for broader coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOxide:\u003c\/strong\u003e Poorly absorbed for body magnesium but ideal for digestive cleansing and constipation relief (used in milk of magnesia and Renew Life CleanseMORE).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor daily sleep, stress, and muscle support, glycinate is the gentle all-purpose workhorse. For cognition, threonate. For constipation, oxide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults: Take 1-2 capsules daily, ideally in the evening for sleep and relaxation support, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner. Magnesium glycinate is gentle enough to take any time of day. Take with or without food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpace magnesium by 2 hours from antibiotics and certain medications, as magnesium can interfere with their absorption. Talk to a healthcare practitioner before use if you take blood pressure medications, have kidney disease, or take medications that interact with magnesium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhy magnesium glycinate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMagnesium glycinate (magnesium bonded to glycine) is the gentle, highly absorbable form that doesn't cause the loose stools that magnesium oxide or citrate sometimes do. The glycine component also has calming properties, making it especially good for sleep and stress support. It's the go-to form for daily general magnesium use.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhat does \"hypoallergenic\" mean here?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePure Encapsulations formulates without common allergens (gluten, dairy, soy, artificial colours, unnecessary fillers) and with minimal ingredients. This makes their products suitable for people with sensitivities who react to additives in other supplements. It's a hallmark of the brand.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWill it help me sleep?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMany adults find magnesium glycinate helps with sleep and relaxation — both the magnesium and the glycine have calming properties. Take it in the evening for sleep support. Effects on sleep quality often appear within 1-2 weeks of consistent use.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eHow is this different from Vitacheck Bisglycinate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBoth are the same gentle glycinate form of magnesium. Pure Encapsulations is a trusted US practitioner brand with hypoallergenic formulation. Vitacheck is one of our Vitamart Exclusive brands at a more accessible price point with the same form. Pick based on brand preference and budget.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eCan I take it with my other supplements?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYes, magnesium glycinate pairs well with most supplements. Space it by 2 hours from antibiotics and certain medications. If you take other minerals like calcium or zinc in high doses, spacing them apart can improve absorption of each.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWill it cause loose stools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUnlikely — that's the main advantage of glycinate. Unlike magnesium oxide and citrate, glycinate is gentle on digestion and doesn't typically have a laxative effect at normal doses. 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