You’re busy. You have responsibilities. Your phone never stops ringing. You spend hours on your screen. The stress in your life comes from every direction. You’d love to take time out and exercise a little more, but everything else seems to take priority. You’re mentally frazzled and physically tense, and it’s affecting your mood and possibly even your work or relationships. Recognise yourself?
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Well, join the club. Millions of people feel this way and, in our high-stress, high-tech world, it’s becoming harder to relax at the end of a tension filled day. But help is at hand without resorting to less healthy coping strategies like too much alcohol.
Let me introduce you to magnesium glycinate, Healthspan’s magnesium supplement.
What is magnesium and why does it matter?
Magnesium is a vital mineral involved in over 300 bodily functions and is the fourth most abundant mineral in the human body. It contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism, muscle function and the maintenance of normal bones and teeth. It also contributes to normal psychological function and the normal functioning of the nervous system.
Why choose magnesium glycinate?
Magnesium glycinate combines magnesium with the amino acid glycine. It provides magnesium to support energy metabolism, muscle function and the nervous system. Healthspan’s product uses a buffered magnesium glycinate preparation containing magnesium bisglycinate and magnesium oxide.
For more detail about the form and how it compares with other options, read our guide to magnesium glycinate benefits, uses and side effects.
Magnesium Glycinate
For your evening routine
- 200–300mg elemental magnesium per daily dose
- Reduces tiredness & fatigue
- Maintains normal muscle & psychological function
- 2–3 tablets daily, following the label
Magnesium glycinate for sleep: fitting it into your evening routine
When it’s hard to transition from a hectic day to a calm, tranquil evening, a regular wind-down routine is a good place to start. Magnesium glycinate can fit into that routine as a way to top up your magnesium intake.
Magnesium contributes to normal psychological function and nervous system function. These benefits do not mean that a supplement treats anxiety or insomnia, or guarantees a better night’s sleep. Read our magnesium for sleep guide for a fuller look at the evidence.
The NHS recommends relaxing for at least an hour before bed, keeping regular waking times and avoiding screens just before bedtime. Speak to your GP if sleep difficulties persist or affect your daily life.
Magnesium glycinate benefits and dosage at a glance
The benefits below relate to magnesium. The dosage directions are specific to Healthspan Magnesium Glycinate.
| Focus | Benefit or guidance | What this means for you |
|---|---|---|
| Mind and nervous system | Contributes to normal psychological function and nervous system function. | Supports these normal functions; it is not a treatment for stress or anxiety. |
| Muscles | Contributes to normal muscle function. | Helps your muscles work normally; this does not promise relief from cramps. |
| Energy and tiredness | Contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism and a reduction of tiredness and fatigue. | Helps the body release energy from food. |
| Daily dose | Adults: 2–3 tablets daily with water. | Provides 200–300mg of actual magnesium from 1,000–1,500mg magnesium glycinate. Follow the label and do not exceed the recommended intake. |
| When to take it | One hour before bedtime, according to this product’s directions. | This is a suggested time to take the product, not a promise that it will make you sleepy within an hour. |
The amount of actual magnesium is also called elemental magnesium. Use this figure when comparing products or adding up your intake from supplements.
Who might benefit most?
Adults juggling responsibilities may find an evening routine useful. A magnesium supplement can help top up your intake if you struggle to get enough from food. Feeling stressed or sleeping poorly does not, by itself, mean you are magnesium deficient.
In today’s hectic high-tech world, with all the stress and responsibilities that come with it, winding down at the end of a busy day and getting a good night’s sleep is becoming increasingly difficult.
It’s tempting to reach for a drink at the end of a busy day, but alcohol can make sleep less restorative. Magnesium contributes to normal psychological function and normal energy-yielding metabolism, so magnesium glycinate may be a useful part of an evening routine.
If you’re recognising tension and stress in yourself, or finding it difficult to unwind or sleep, a consistent evening routine may help. Speak to a healthcare professional if sleep problems persist.
— Dr Hilary, GP
Key takeaways
- Magnesium contributes to normal energy metabolism, muscle function and the maintenance of normal bones.
- It also contributes to normal psychological function and nervous system function.
- Follow your product’s directions and make time for a regular evening wind-down routine.
Magnesium glycinate FAQs
Does magnesium glycinate help you sleep?
Magnesium supports normal nervous system and psychological function, but these claims do not establish a sleep benefit. A supplement can top up your intake as part of an evening routine; do not expect it to work as a sleeping tablet.
How long does magnesium glycinate take to work?
There is no set time when everyone will notice a difference, and some people may not feel a change. Follow the label consistently rather than taking extra tablets for a quicker result. Our guide to how long magnesium takes to work explains what to expect.
Can I take magnesium glycinate every day?
Healthspan Magnesium Glycinate is intended for daily use by adults, following the label. Food supplements should not replace a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Ask a healthcare professional first if you take prescribed medicines, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a medical condition, particularly kidney problems.
Can magnesium glycinate cause side effects?
Magnesium supplements can cause digestive discomfort or diarrhoea. The NHS advises that high doses above 400mg can cause diarrhoea. Check your total magnesium intake if you use more than one supplement, and seek advice if you have an adverse reaction.
