Magnesium Glycinate vs Magnesium Citrate:
Which One is Right for You?

Discover the key differences and find your perfect magnesium match in 2 minutes

See Which Is Best For You

By Daniel Grimes

Supplement Formulations Expert • BA University of Oregon • 20+ Years Experience

You've seen all the hype. From Doctors, to influencers, to ads on social media. Magnesium has taken over the wellness community, and supplement cabinets across the country.

And the reason all the hype hasn't died is because...well, it works.

My name is Daniel - I have been formulating high quality supplements for over 20yrs - building and consulting for supplement brands for the last 9. In this short article,

I will explain which magnesium is better glycinate or citrate, how to choose the best magnesium for your specific use case, and which type is best for results.

The Magnesium Crisis Nobody's Talking About

Magnesium is a mineral found in every organ in your body. It is critical to bodily functions, the nervous system, and bone density. It is the most abundant mineral in the human body.

 ⚠️ According to University Research:

More than 75% of adults aren't getting enough magnesium through their diets.

But it gets worse.

The problem also compounds as we age.

Supplementing the right magnesium can plug in gaps where our modern day diets may fall short.

But it’s not just about correcting our diet. Magnesium, when paired with compounds like glycine (magnesium glycinate) and citric acid (magnesium citrate), delivers and handful of unique effects.

Magnesium Citrate - is great for:

Fighting constipation

Supporting energy production inside of cells

headaches

It is very well absorbed in the body when taken orally as a capsule.

It is very well tolerated in both men and women of all ages.
The most common side effects are often the benefits themselves, like regularity. Can be harder to digest for those with a weak stomach.

Magnesium Glycinate - is great for:

Improve sleep quality

Reducing the time to fall asleep and length of sleep

Improve muscle cramping, restless legs, and anxious thoughts

It can predictably improve muscle cramping, restless legs, and anxious thoughts.

It’s known to be elite at restoring low magnesium levels, and is gentle on the stomach.

Both of these forms of magnesium support blood pressure and heart health.

What's the Difference Between Magnesium Citrate and Glycinate ?

highly absorbable

sleep & relaxation

muscle cramps & recovery

digestive support

anxiety & mood support

gentle on stomach

heart health

YES

for men & women

YES

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Which Is Better Magnesium Glycinate or Citrate?

What's best for you, simply is a question of what you are trying to solve.

Choose Magnesium Citrate If You Want:

Fight constipation effectively

Support energy production inside cells

Fast-acting relaxation
support

Relief from headaches

Digestive regularity and 
comfort

Very well absorbed oral 
capsule

Well tolerated by all ages

Choose Magnesium Glycinate If You Want:

Dramatically improve sleep quality

Reduce time to fall asleep AND sleep longer

Improve muscle cramping

Relief from restless legs syndrome

Support for anxious thoughts

Elite restoration of low magnesium levels

Gentle, stomach-friendly formula

Why Organics Ocean Magnesium is Different

There are wild variations in quality, 90% of what’s on the shelf comes from China, and the spike in demand has caused many products to be straight up fake.

This is why I decided to create my own.

🌊

The Dead Sea Advantage

Because of my long tenure in wellness, one of my manufacturers introduced me to the best magnesium supplier in the world - only found in the most mineral rich waters on earth - the Dead Sea.

Our glycinate and citrate both are extracted from the Dead Sea, then processed in the USA.

The result is some of the cleanest, and most effective magnesium products in the world - studies showing improved absorption vs the generic citrate or glycinate from China.

best for digestion & energy

Real Magnesium Citrate

Digestive support

Energy production

Headache relief

Fast absorption
$35.00

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best for sleep & anxiety

Pure Magnesium Glycinate

Superior sleep quality

Muscle cramp relief

Anxiety support

Gentle on stomach
$35.00

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See What Our Customers Have To Say 

Average verified customer reviews 

4.7 Stars (2,000+ Reviews)

Evette

Verified Purchaser

I will be ordering again!

“After a couple of weeks my sleeping improved, and Im falling asleep and staying asleep, which was my main goal. I will be ordering again!”

Alan W.

Verified Purchaser

This has been a game-changer

"This has been a game-changer for my digestion. I struggled for years, but now I’m regular every day!"

Lucy T.

Verified Purchaser

This is exactly what I needed.

"This is exactly what I needed. My mood is brighter, and I feel like I can tackle the day with a steady energy."

Ready to Feel the Difference?

Feel free to grab the best magnesium we can source, and decide which form is right for you!

It costs us more to make this magnesium glycinate vs citrate, so they aren't quite as cheap as all the generic garbage with binders and additives in it...

...but we have a big promotion for all new customers right now, so I think you'll enjoy the sale.

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Both products come with a 90 day money back guarantee, so if you don’t love it, just send it back.