Magnesium forms
Magnesium glycinate vs oxide vs citrate
Magnesium on a label is almost never “just magnesium.” It’s a salt — magnesium bound to something else. Oxide, citrate, and glycinate are three common ones. They are not interchangeable.
Quick compare
| Form | What it is | Often chosen for | Watch-outs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxide | Magnesium + oxygen | Cheap elemental on paper | Often harder on the gut; high salt mg ≠ high absorbable elemental |
| Citrate | Magnesium + citric acid | A different salt / different use case | Not glycinate; don’t buy it expecting the same product |
| Glycinate | Magnesium chelated to glycine | Nervous system support, bone health, relaxation* | Compare elemental mg per serving, not salt weight |
* These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
What we sell
VitaminLoft™ sells magnesium glycinate — magnesium bound to glycine. Form named on the front. 275 mg elemental per 3 capsules from 2,500 mg magnesium glycinate.