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When to take Magnesium Glycinate
Take magnesium glycinate 1–2 hours before bed, 200–400mg elemental magnesium. The glycine carrier is calming and the form is exceptionally gentle on digestion, making it the most popular magnesium for sleep and anxiety support.
Best: before bedEmpty stomach
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Why timing matters
Calming effect aligns with sleep onset.
Morning vs. night
Evening preferred for sleep; some split morning + evening for anxiety.
Why without food
Glycinate is well-tolerated with or without food.
Recommended schedule
1–2 hours before bed
200–400mg elemental magnesium as glycinate
Don't take with
- • Calcium at the same exact moment (space 2 hours)
- • Tetracycline or quinolone antibiotics (space 2 hours)
FAQ
Why glycinate for sleep?
Glycine itself supports sleep onset, and glycinate avoids the laxative effect of citrate or oxide forms.
Dose check?
Look for elemental magnesium on the label; 'magnesium glycinate 1,000mg' often delivers only ~100mg elemental.
With L-Theanine?
Yes, a common evening stack for relaxation without sedation.
Sources
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