AOR Magnesium Glycinate 90mg - Muscle & Menstrual Support | 90-360 Caps
Visit the AOR Store| Brand | AOR |
| Serving | 1-3 capsules (90, 180 or 360 per bottle) |
| Licensed Natural Health Product | NPN 80042640 |
| Quality Standards | GMP-compliant facility |
| Country | Made in Canada  |
About this item
- GENTLE, HIGHLY ABSORBABLE MAGNESIUM GLYCINATE: 90 mg of elemental magnesium chelated to the amino acid glycine - a form generally chosen for being gentler on digestion and less likely to cause loose stool than less-soluble inorganic magnesium salts.
- SUPPORTS MUSCLE FUNCTION AND EVERYDAY COMFORT: Helps to maintain proper muscle function, supporting an active daily routine and everyday muscle comfort.
- SUPPORTS BONE AND TOOTH DEVELOPMENT: Helps in the development and maintenance of bones and teeth, and in tissue formation.
- SUPPORTS THE BODY'S NUTRIENT METABOLISM: Helps to maintain the body's ability to metabolize nutrients - a foundational role magnesium plays as a cofactor in hundreds of enzymatic reactions.
- FLEXIBLE 1-3 CAPSULE DOSING: Take 1 to 3 capsules daily with or without food, so you can start low and adjust within the labelled range, or as directed by a health care practitioner.
- CLEAN LABEL: Just two non-medicinal ingredients (sodium stearyl fumarate, microcrystalline cellulose) in a hypromellose (vegan) capsule - no artificial colours.
- VEGAN, NON-GMO, GLUTEN-FREE: Vegan hypromellose capsules, non-GMO and gluten-free, made in Canada.
- TRUSTED CANADIAN QUALITY, THREE SIZES: Manufactured in a GMP-compliant Canadian facility by Advanced Orthomolecular Research (AOR); available in 90, 180 or 360-capsule bottles of the same formula, NPN 80042640.
Product description
Magnesium Glycinate - Gentle, Bioavailable Muscle & Menstrual Support
A closer look at AOR Magnesium Glycinate - 90 mg of elemental magnesium per capsule from a single, gently-absorbed glycinate source, chosen for being easier on digestion than less-soluble magnesium salts. Licensed Natural Health Product, NPN 80042640. Licensed Natural Health Product NPN 80042640.
Un regard plus approfondi sur le Magnésium Glycinate d'AOR - 90 mg de magnésium élémentaire par capsule provenant d'une seule source de glycinate, reconnue pour son absorption en douceur et plus facile pour la digestion que les sels de magnésium moins solubles. Produit de santé naturel homologué, NPN 80042640.
Why Magnesium Glycinate
A single, gently-absorbed chelate form - not a high-dose inorganic salt.
Backed by science
Magnesium is a cofactor in hundreds of enzymatic reactions and plays roles in muscle, nerve, bone and energy metabolism - research on its glycinate chelate form specifically is summarized below.
The AOR difference
90 mg of elemental magnesium from a single, well-tolerated glycinate source - vegan, non-GMO, gluten-free, made in Canada, and available in 90, 180 or 360-capsule sizes of the same formula.
What Magnesium Glycinate supports
One ingredient, several everyday roles - muscle function, menstrual comfort, relaxation and gentle absorption.
Muscle Function & Comfort
Helps to maintain proper muscle function, supporting everyday muscle comfort and an active routine.
Menstrual Cycle Comfort
Magnesium has been studied for its role in menstrual and premenstrual comfort, alongside its foundational muscle and nerve functions.
Relaxation & Sleep
Magnesium is involved in nervous-system signaling pathways linked to relaxation and healthy sleep patterns.
Gentle, Bioavailable Absorption
The glycinate (bisglycinate) chelate form is chosen for being easier on digestion than less-soluble inorganic magnesium salts.
AOR Magnesium Glycinate: Supplement Facts
Medicinal Ingredient (per 1 capsule)
- Magnesium (glycinate)90 mg
Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Sodium stearyl fumarate and microcrystalline cellulose. Capsule: Hypromellose.
Recommended Use or Purpose: Magnesium (glycinate) helps in the development and maintenance of bones. Helps in tissue formation. Helps in the development and maintenance of teeth. Helps to maintain the body's ability to metabolize nutrients. Helps to maintain proper muscle function. Licensed Natural Health Product, NPN 80042640.
Recommended Dose (Adults 19 years and over): Take 1 to 3 capsules daily with or without food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner. Do not crush, blend or mix the capsules; swallow the capsule whole. Do not exceed the daily dose unless instructed by a healthcare practitioner.
Cautions and Warnings: Consult a health care practitioner before use if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking other supplements or medications. Known Adverse Reactions: products providing more than 350 mg of elemental magnesium per day may cause diarrhea; this product's maximum labelled dose (270 mg of elemental magnesium, from 3 capsules) is below that amount. Do not use if the safety seal is broken. Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place.
Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and different information than shown on our website. Always read labels, warnings and directions before using or consuming a product. This item is sold and shipped by Amazon.ca; purchases are completed on Amazon.
Ingrédient médicinal (par 1 capsule)
- Magnésium (glycinate)90 mg
Ingrédients non médicinaux : Stéaryl fumarate de sodium et cellulose microcristalline. Capsule : Hypromellose.
Usage ou fins recommandés : Le magnésium (glycinate) contribue au développement et au maintien des os. Contribue à la formation des tissus. Contribue au développement et à l'entretien des dents. Contribue au maintien de la capacité de l'organisme à métaboliser les nutriments. Contribue au maintien d'une bonne fonction musculaire. Produit de santé naturel homologué, NPN 80042640.
Dose recommandée (Adultes de 19 ans et plus) : Prendre 1 à 3 capsules par jour avec ou sans nourriture, ou selon les recommandations d'un professionnel de la santé qualifié. Ne pas écraser, mélanger ou mixer les capsules; avaler la capsule entière. Ne pas dépasser la dose quotidienne, sauf indication contraire d'un professionnel de la santé.
Mises en garde et précautions : Consulter un professionnel de la santé avant l'usage si vous êtes enceinte, si vous allaitez, ou si vous prenez d'autres suppléments ou médicaments. Réactions indésirables connues : les produits fournissant plus de 350 mg de magnésium élémentaire par jour peuvent causer de la diarrhée; la dose maximale indiquée de ce produit (270 mg de magnésium élémentaire, soit 3 capsules) est inférieure à cette quantité. Ne pas utiliser si le sceau de sécurité est brisé. Conserver hermétiquement fermé dans un endroit frais et sec.
NPN 80042640
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Get it on Amazon.caWhy AOR Magnesium Glycinate
One gently-absorbed magnesium source - several everyday roles.
Muscle Function
Helps to maintain proper muscle function and supports everyday muscle comfort.
Gentle Glycinate Absorption
A single amino-acid-chelated magnesium source, chosen for being gentler on digestion than less-soluble inorganic salts.
Bone & Tissue Support
Helps in the development and maintenance of bones and teeth, and in tissue formation.
Premium Canadian Brand
AOR - Advanced Orthomolecular Research, since 1991. Vegan, non-GMO, gluten-free. NPN 80042640.
How to use
Take 1-3 capsules
Adults (19 years and over) take 1 to 3 capsules daily, with or without food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner.
Start low, adjust as needed
Start at 1 capsule and adjust within the labelled 1-3 capsule range, or as directed by your health care practitioner.
Swallow whole
Do not crush, blend or mix capsules - swallow the capsule whole with water.
Stay consistent
Use daily as part of your routine; choose the 90, 180 or 360-capsule bottle for the supply length that suits your daily dose.
What the research says about magnesium
Peer-reviewed studies and reviews on magnesium and its glycinate chelate form generally - shared for education, not as claims about this finished product. Magnesium Glycinate's claims are the statements authorized under its Natural Health Product licence, NPN 80042640.
Magnesium diglycinate absorbed better in impaired-absorption patients
In a randomized, double-blind crossover trial in patients who had undergone ileal resection, magnesium diglycinate produced significantly greater magnesium absorption than magnesium oxide in those with the most impaired absorption, was better tolerated by all patients studied, and appears to be absorbed in part intact via a dipeptide transport pathway.
Human RCTAmino-acid-bound magnesium forms, including glycinate, show distinct absorption profiles
A dose-ranging animal study compared magnesium citrate and malate (organic-acid-bound) with magnesium acetyl taurate and magnesium glycinate (amino-acid-bound) across three doses, finding organic magnesium compounds are generally better absorbed than inorganic salts, with each chelate form showing its own tissue-transition pattern.
Animal studyThe chemistry behind chelated minerals like magnesium glycinate
A review of metal-binding peptides describes how binding a mineral to an amino acid or short peptide - the same chelation principle behind magnesium glycinate - can enhance a mineral's absorption and bioavailability relative to unbound, inorganic mineral forms.
ReviewMagnesium acts as the body's natural calcium-channel blocker
A clinical review of magnesium's therapeutic mechanisms describes it as a natural calcium-channel-blocking agent that reduces presynaptic acetylcholine release at the neuromuscular junction and relaxes smooth muscle - the physiological basis for magnesium's role in muscle function and relaxation.
ReviewMagnesium helped pregnancy-related cramps more than general nocturnal cramps
A systematic review and meta-analysis of 13 trials found magnesium supplementation significantly reduced cramp frequency in pregnancy-associated leg cramps, but found no significant benefit for nocturnal or persistent leg cramps in general adult populations - an honest, population-specific picture rather than a blanket effect.
Meta-analysisCochrane review: limited evidence for cramp prevention in older adults
The Cochrane systematic review of 11 randomized trials (735 participants) concluded magnesium supplementation is unlikely to provide clinically meaningful cramp prophylaxis for older adults with idiopathic leg cramps, while evidence in pregnancy-associated cramps remains conflicting and needs further research.
Systematic ReviewMagnesium citrate eased primary dysmenorrhea pain, though less than oral contraceptives
A case-controlled study of 172 women with primary dysmenorrhea found 200 mg of magnesium citrate significantly reduced pain scores from before to after three menstrual cycles of treatment, though the reduction was smaller than that seen with combined oral contraceptives.
Human studyMagnesium is implicated in the biology of premenstrual mood symptoms
A narrative review of zinc, copper and magnesium in premenstrual disorders describes how magnesium's roles in mood-relevant signaling pathways (including serotonin and GABA/glutamate balance) may connect magnesium status to premenstrual symptom severity, alongside estrogen-linked changes in the luteal phase.
ReviewHigher magnesium intake linked to milder psychological PMS symptoms
A cross-sectional study of 252 women with premenstrual syndrome found higher dietary magnesium intake was negatively associated with psychological PMS symptom severity, while higher sodium, vitamin D and vitamin C intakes were positively associated with symptoms.
Cross-sectional studyMagnesium bisglycinate modestly eased insomnia severity
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial in 155 adults with self-reported poor sleep found 250 mg of elemental magnesium as magnesium bisglycinate produced a small but statistically significant improvement in Insomnia Severity Index scores over 4 weeks, with the largest benefit seen in those with lower baseline dietary magnesium intake.
Human RCTHow magnesium is thought to support healthy sleep
A review of magnesium's role in sleep disorders describes how magnesium lowers nervous-system excitability, supports muscle relaxation, and helps regulate the body's cellular clocks and energy balance - mechanisms linked to both falling asleep and sleep quality.
ReviewMagnesium supplementation improved insomnia severity and sleep hormones in a clinical trial
A randomized controlled trial in 290 adults with diabetes found magnesium supplementation (alone or combined with potassium) significantly reduced Insomnia Severity Index scores and shifted serum melatonin and cortisol compared with placebo over two months.
Human RCTHigh single doses of magnesium were well tolerated in healthy volunteers
A randomized pharmacokinetic study gave healthy volunteers a single 750 mg or 2000 mg dose of magnesium oxide; both doses were well tolerated with no serious adverse events or gastrointestinal side effects, though absorption did not increase proportionally at the higher dose.
Human RCTStacking multiple supplements raises the risk of exceeding safe upper limits
A national survey of 9,889 Korean adults found that using more dietary supplement tablets per day reduced the prevalence of nutrient inadequacy, but increased the share of people exceeding the tolerable upper intake level for several nutrients including magnesium - a reminder to consider total intake across all supplements and foods.
Cross-sectional studyMeta-analysis reports 'excellent safety and tolerability' for oral magnesium
A systematic review and meta-analysis of 5 randomized trials (384 prediabetic adults) found oral magnesium supplementation modestly improved insulin sensitivity and lipid markers, describing the safety and tolerability profile across the pooled trials as excellent.
Meta-analysisShort-term study found magnesium oxide's bioavailability rivaled other forms
A 10-day supplementation study in 61 healthy young women found magnesium oxide increased ionized and total blood magnesium more than magnesium citrate or magnesium carbonate in this particular short-term design - a reminder that 'oxide is poorly absorbed' does not hold in every study.
Human studyComparative trial shows bioavailability results depend on form and measurement window
A double-blind, randomized crossover trial comparing microencapsulated magnesium, magnesium oxide, citrate and bisglycinate found plasma magnesium rose significantly after oxide (1 hour) and citrate (4 hours) but not significantly after bisglycinate within this specific testing window, while the microencapsulated form produced the most sustained rise and fewer reported digestive side effects.
Human RCTResearchers are comparing multiple bioavailable magnesium compounds for different goals
A review of magnesium's role in neuronal health surveys several bioavailable magnesium compounds under study - including magnesium-L-threonate, magnesium-acetyl-taurate and other magnesium salts - each explored for different absorption and target-tissue profiles rather than a single 'best' form for every purpose.
ReviewMagnesium is a cofactor in over 300 enzymatic reactions
A comprehensive review describes magnesium's role as a cofactor for more than 300 enzymatic reactions, including converting ATP to ADP for cellular energy, supporting calcium-channel function in nerve transmission and muscle relaxation, and contributing to protein and DNA synthesis.
ReviewMagnesium is a literal cofactor inside the enzyme that powers muscle contraction
A biophysics review reports that the rate of ATP hydrolysis by myosin - the motor protein behind muscle contraction - depends on which magnesium isotope serves as its enzyme cofactor, direct physical evidence of magnesium's role at the heart of the body's energy-releasing machinery.
MechanismMagnesium is the cell's dominant divalent mineral, needed for nucleic acid structure
A review of metal handling in living cells describes magnesium as the dominant divalent cation inside cells, required for nucleic acid (DNA/RNA) structure and as an enzyme cofactor - a role so fundamental it is conserved from microbes to humans.
ReviewMeta-analysis: magnesium modestly lowers blood pressure
Pooling 38 randomized controlled trials (2,709 participants), magnesium supplementation reduced systolic blood pressure by 2.81 mmHg and diastolic by 2.05 mmHg versus placebo, with larger reductions in people already on blood-pressure medication or with low blood magnesium.
Meta-analysisLower magnesium doses over longer periods showed the largest blood-pressure benefit
A subgroup meta-analysis found magnesium doses of 360 mg per day or less, taken for more than 3 months, produced the largest systolic blood pressure reductions in the general normotensive population - a dose range consistent with typical supplement labels.
Meta-analysisMagnesium modestly improved glucose control in type 2 diabetes
A meta-analysis of 23 randomized controlled trials (1,345 participants) found magnesium supplementation significantly raised serum magnesium and lowered fasting blood glucose in people with type 2 diabetes, with secondary improvements in diastolic blood pressure and lipid profile.
Meta-analysisFrequently asked questions
What is AOR Magnesium Glycinate?
A single-ingredient magnesium formula providing 90 mg of elemental magnesium per capsule from magnesium glycinate (bisglycinate) - a chelated form chosen for being gentler on digestion than less-soluble inorganic magnesium salts. It is a licensed Natural Health Product, NPN 80042640.
How do I take it?
Adults (19 years and over) take 1 to 3 capsules daily, with or without food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner. Do not crush, blend or mix capsules - swallow whole.
What's the difference between the 90, 180 and 360-capsule bottles?
All three sizes contain the exact same formula and NPN (80042640) - only the bottle size differs, so choose based on how long you would like your supply to last.
Why glycinate instead of another form of magnesium?
Magnesium glycinate is bound to the amino acid glycine, a chelated form generally chosen for being easier on digestion and less likely to cause loose stool than less-soluble salts such as magnesium oxide.
Is it vegan and allergen-friendly?
Yes - vegan hypromellose capsules, non-GMO and gluten-free, with only two non-medicinal ingredients (sodium stearyl fumarate and microcrystalline cellulose).
Who should consult a health care practitioner before use?
Consult a health care practitioner before use if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking other supplements or medications. Products providing more than 350 mg of elemental magnesium per day may cause diarrhea; this product's maximum labelled dose (270 mg from 3 capsules) is below that amount.
Does it support menstrual comfort?
Magnesium has been studied for its role in menstrual and premenstrual comfort alongside its core muscle-function role; see the research summaries below. This is general, educational information about magnesium, not a specific claim for this finished product beyond its licensed NPN uses.
Where do I buy it?
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Support muscle function, relaxation and menstrual comfort the gentle way
Get AOR Magnesium Glycinate on Amazon.ca - fast, protected delivery.
Get it on Amazon.caNatural Health Product NPN 80042640. Magnesium Glycinate provides 90 mg of elemental magnesium per capsule from a single glycinate source. The research summaries below concern magnesium and its glycinate chelate form generally and are educational - they are not claims about this finished product. Read and follow the label. Consult a health care practitioner before use if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking other supplements or medications. Results may vary.
Important information
Safety Information
Cautions and Warnings: Consult a health care practitioner before use if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking other supplements or medications. Known Adverse Reactions: products providing more than 350 mg of elemental magnesium per day may cause diarrhea; this product's maximum labelled dose (270 mg of elemental magnesium, from 3 capsules) is below that amount. Do not use if the safety seal is broken. Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place.
Indications
Recommended Use or Purpose: Magnesium (glycinate) helps in the development and maintenance of bones. Helps in tissue formation. Helps in the development and maintenance of teeth. Helps to maintain the body's ability to metabolize nutrients. Helps to maintain proper muscle function. Licensed Natural Health Product, NPN 80042640.
Ingredients
Medicinal Ingredient (per 1 capsule): Magnesium (glycinate) 90 mg. Non-medicinal Ingredients: Sodium stearyl fumarate and microcrystalline cellulose. Capsule: Hypromellose. NMIs are subject to change - always read and follow the label.
Directions
Recommended Dose (Adults 19 years and over): Take 1 to 3 capsules daily with or without food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner. Do not crush, blend or mix the capsules; swallow the capsule whole. Do not exceed the daily dose unless instructed by a healthcare practitioner.
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