Why we formulate with magnesium glycinate
Executive Summary
The gentlest form of a mineral most of us are quietly short of — and why we chose it for Calm Balance.
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MagnesiumClinical is involved in more than three hundred enzymatic reactions in the human body, from muscle relaxation to nervous system regulation. And yet a large share of adults in the UK do not reach the recommended daily intake.
Not all magnesiumClinical is equal
Magnesium oxide is cheap and common, but poorly absorbed and known to unsettle the stomach at higher doses. Citrate is better tolerated but can be laxative. Glycinate — magnesium bound to the amino acid glycine — is our preferred form: highly bioavailable, gentle on digestion, and glycine itself is a mild calming agent.
How we use it
Calm Balance pairs magnesium glycinate with L-theanineClinical and ashwagandhaClinical at clinically meaningful doses. Taken thirty minutes before bed, it is designed to soften the transition into rest without leaving you groggy in the morning.
A note on expectations
Magnesium is not a sedative. It is a nutrient that supports the systems that keep you calm on their own. Consistency over four to six weeks is where most people notice the difference.
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How we reviewed this article
- Medical reviewer
- Prof MM Althaf, MD, FRCP(UK), FASN, MSc.
- Last reviewed
- 25 August 2026
- Next review due
- 25 August 2027
Written by the Vitamin Vitality editorial team from independent public-health guidance and peer-reviewed research, then checked by our medical reviewer. Articles are re-checked at least every 12 months, or sooner when guidance changes. Read our editorial & medical review policy.
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