Magnesium Glycinate vs Magnesium
Overall, Magnesium Glycinate has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Magnesium Glycinate | Magnesium |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | — |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 0 kcal | 59 kcal |
| Fat | 0 g | 0.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | 0 g | 0.5 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 14.9 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | — |
| Protein | 0 g | 0.5 g |
| Additives | 3 | 8 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Magnesium Glycinate has no calories, while Magnesium has 59 kcal.
- Magnesium Glycinate has no fat, while Magnesium has 0.5 g.
- Magnesium Glycinate has no sugar, while Magnesium has 0.5 g.
- Magnesium Glycinate has no salt, while Magnesium has 14.9 g.
- Magnesium has 100% more protein (0.5 g vs 0 g).
Ingredients
Magnesium Glycinate
Supplement Facts Serving size 1 capsule Servings per container 180 Amount Per Serving Magnesium 120 mg (as magnesium glycinate) % Daily value (DV) %DV 29% Other vegetarian capsule (cellulose, water), ascorbyl palmitate
Magnesium
Säuerungsmittel Citronensäure, Säureregulator Natriumhydrogencarbonat, Magnesiumcarbonat, Füllstoff Sorbit, Maisstärke, Aroma, Süßungsmittel Natriumcyclamat und Natriumsaccharin, Farbstoff Riboflavin.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Magnesium Glycinate or Magnesium?
Overall, Magnesium Glycinate has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Magnesium Glycinate has fewer calories: 0 kcal versus 59 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Magnesium Glycinate has less sugar: 0 g versus 0.5 g per 100 g.