Magnesium glycinate
Magnesium Glycinate
Magnesium glycinate (pronunciation: mag-NEE-zee-um gly-SIN-ate) is a form of magnesium, an essential mineral for human health. It is often used as a dietary supplement due to its high bioavailability.
Etymology
The term "magnesium glycinate" is derived from its two components: "magnesium", named after the Greek region of Magnesia where it was first discovered, and "glycinate", which refers to the glycine molecule that is bound to the magnesium.
Description
Magnesium glycinate is a chelated form of magnesium that tends to provide the highest levels of absorption and bioavailability. This is due to the presence of glycine, an amino acid that the body can easily absorb.
Uses
Magnesium glycinate is commonly used to correct magnesium deficiency. It may also be used to support bone health, promote calmness, and improve sleep quality.
Related Terms
- Magnesium: A chemical element with the symbol Mg and atomic number 12. It is a shiny gray solid which bears a close physical resemblance to the other five elements in the second column (group 2, or alkaline earth metals) of the periodic table.
- Glycine: The simplest possible amino acid, with a formula NH2CH2COOH. Glycine is a colorless, sweet-tasting crystalline solid.
- Amino Acid: Organic compounds that combine to form proteins. Amino acids and proteins are fundamental building blocks of life.
- Magnesium Deficiency: A health disorder that occurs when the body does not get or absorb enough magnesium.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Magnesium glycinate
- Wikipedia's article - Magnesium glycinate
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