There are many different forms of magnesium that may be beneficial for different areas of health. We like to recommend magnesium glycinate because it is one of the most absorbable forms of magnesium and is best for relaxation and sleep quality which can aid in managing cortisol levels. The reason magnesium glycinate is well absorbed is that it is chelated to amino acid (glycine). This makes the compound very stable for absorption and is less likely to cause gastrointestinal symptoms like a laxative effect. Since one of the main goals of Vessel is to help people correct deficiencies quickly, we want to recommend the form of nutrients that may help them the most.
Magnesium L-threonate has its own benefits! It's chelated to a metabolite of vitamin C, which allows it to cross the blood-brain barrier to help improve cognitive health. If your goal is to increase your magnesium levels the quickest, magnesium glycinate may be best for you, but if your goal is to improve cognitive health, magnesium L-threonate might be a good option for you as well. 😊
This article has been authored by Lauren Lehmkuhl and peer reviewed by Mikaela Frame and Sinead Adedipe.
Why Magnesium Glycinate instead of Magnesium L-threonate?
