Revive MD - Magnesium Glycinate - 120 Capsules

Revive MD Magnesium Glycinate delivers 200mg of elemental magnesium per 2-capsule serving from 1,000mg of Magnesium Glycinate — magnesium chelated to the calming amino acid glycine, widely regarded as one of the most bioavailable and best-tolerated forms of magnesium available. Rather than relying on cheaper inorganic forms like magnesium oxide, which look stronger on the label per milligram but absorb poorly and often cause GI upset, Revive MD uses the chelated glycinate form specifically for consistent absorption and stomach comfort. Informed Sport Certified — every batch tested for a wide range of substances prohibited in sport, in addition to third-party verification of ingredient identity, potency, heavy metals, and microbial contamination. Vegan-friendly, gluten-free, soy-free. 120 capsules — 60 servings at 2 capsules daily. Take 2 capsules daily with or without a meal, in the morning or evening. For best results, use consistently for 4-8 weeks. Produced in a facility that processes milk, egg, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, wheat, peanuts, soy, and sesame.†

Supplement Facts — Revive MD Magnesium Glycinate (Per 2 Capsules / 60 Servings)

• Magnesium (from 1,000mg Magnesium Glycinate) — 200mg elemental (48% DV)

• Other Ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (vegetable capsules), Dicalcium Phosphate, Magnesium Stearate, Maltodextrin, Silicon Dioxide

• Informed Sport Certified — tested for substances prohibited in sport

• Third-party tested for: ingredient identity and potency, heavy metals (lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium), microbial contamination, and banned substances

• Vegan-friendly, gluten-free, soy-free

• 120 capsules — 60 servings at 2 capsules daily

• Take 2 capsules daily with or without a meal, morning or evening

• For best results, use consistently for 4-8 weeks

• Produced in a facility that processes milk, egg, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, wheat, peanuts, soy, and sesame

• California Prop 65 Warning applies.

Why the Glycinate Form — Elemental Magnesium vs. Marketing Milligrams

The bottle states 1,000mg of Magnesium Glycinate but only 200mg of elemental magnesium — a detail that confuses some first-time buyers but reflects an important honesty in labeling. Every 1,000mg of magnesium glycinate material provides 200mg of elemental magnesium; the remaining material is the amino acid glycine that the magnesium is chelated to. This is the number that actually matters: elemental magnesium is the amount of active mineral your body receives, regardless of what compound it arrived bound to.†

Cheaper magnesium forms like magnesium oxide look more impressive on a label because oxide has a higher elemental magnesium percentage by weight — but oxide's absorption in the human GI tract is notoriously poor, with a substantial fraction passing through unabsorbed (which is why magnesium oxide is more commonly used as a laxative than an absorption-focused mineral supplement). Magnesium glycinate's chelated structure — the mineral bound to glycine via amino acid chelation — uses the same intestinal absorption pathways as dietary amino acids, producing meaningfully better bioavailability and dramatically better GI tolerance than magnesium oxide, citrate, or sulfate at equivalent elemental doses.†

Magnesium — A Cofactor in Over 300 Enzymatic Reactions

Magnesium is the fourth most abundant cation in the human body and an essential cofactor in more than 300 enzymatic reactions — spanning ATP production and energy metabolism, neuromuscular signaling, electrolyte balance, muscle contraction and relaxation, protein synthesis, and regulation of NMDA receptor activity in the central nervous system. Despite this central physiological role, magnesium is one of the most commonly under-consumed minerals in the modern diet — many people do not get enough magnesium from food alone, and inadequate magnesium status can manifest in ways athletes and high-stress adults directly experience: tight or cramping muscles, poor recovery between training sessions, restless or lower-quality sleep, and an elevated baseline stress response.†

Glycine — The Second Half of the Formula's Function

The glycine that magnesium is chelated to in this formula is not simply an inert delivery vehicle — glycine itself is a calming amino acid with its own documented neurological activity, acting as an inhibitory neurotransmitter at glycine receptors in the central nervous system. This dual mechanism is part of why magnesium glycinate is specifically associated with relaxation and stress management benefits beyond what magnesium alone would produce: the glycinate form delivers both the mineral's own calming effects (through NMDA receptor modulation and GABA-related pathways) and glycine's independent inhibitory neurotransmitter activity simultaneously.†

The Three Documented Application Areas

Stress and Anxiety Management

Magnesium plays a documented role in regulating the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis — the stress response system governing cortisol release. Adequate magnesium status supports healthy HPA axis regulation and NMDA receptor function, both implicated in stress and anxiety modulation. Combined with glycine's independent calming neurotransmitter activity, magnesium glycinate specifically is a commonly recommended form for stress and mild anxiety support.†

Sleep Quality

Magnesium supports the neurological conditions for sleep onset and quality — its role in GABA receptor function and its general calming, muscle-relaxing effects make it one of the more consistently recommended minerals for sleep support. Some people find magnesium glycinate most effective as part of an evening routine specifically because of this relaxation-promoting profile.†

Nerve and Muscle Function

Magnesium is directly involved in the calcium-magnesium balance that governs muscle contraction and relaxation — calcium triggers contraction while magnesium is required for the muscle to relax afterward. Adequate magnesium status supports normal neuromuscular signaling and can reduce the incidence of muscle cramping and tension, particularly relevant for athletes with high training volume and correspondingly elevated magnesium turnover through sweat losses.†

How Much Magnesium You Actually Need

The RDA for elemental magnesium is 400mg for an adult, with the broader clinically referenced daily intake range spanning 310-420mg depending on age and sex. At 200mg elemental magnesium per 2-capsule serving, Revive MD's standard dose covers roughly half of the RDA — a moderate, useful amount rather than an aggressive one, intentionally leaving room for dietary magnesium intake (from leafy greens, nuts, seeds, and whole grains) or additional guided supplementation. Four capsules would yield the full 400mg RDA if magnesium is being used specifically to correct a more significant dietary shortfall — Revive MD's own guidance notes up to 2 capsules three times daily (up to 1,200mg glycinate, 240mg elemental) as an option under healthcare practitioner direction for more targeted correction of long-term deficiency.†

Informed Sport Certification — Why It Matters Here Too

Even for a single-ingredient mineral product with no obvious performance-enhancing application, Revive MD carries Informed Sport certification on Magnesium Glycinate — every batch independently tested for substances prohibited in sport, accredited to ISO 17025 standards. This reflects the brand's consistent quality philosophy across the entire product catalog rather than certification reserved only for performance-category products, giving competitive athletes the same batch-level assurance on a basic mineral supplement that they'd expect from a pre-workout or protein powder.†

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why does the label say 1,000mg but only 200mg is magnesium?
   Every 1,000mg of Magnesium Glycinate material provides 200mg of elemental magnesium — the remainder is the glycine amino acid the magnesium is bound to. The elemental magnesium figure (200mg) is the number that matters, since that's the actual active mineral dose your body receives. This is standard and accurate labeling practice for chelated mineral forms.†

2. Is magnesium glycinate better than magnesium oxide?
   For absorption and GI tolerability, yes. Magnesium oxide has a higher elemental magnesium percentage by weight, which makes it look stronger on a label, but its actual intestinal absorption is poor and it commonly causes GI upset (loose stools), which is why it's more often used as a laxative than an absorption-focused supplement. Magnesium glycinate's chelated structure uses amino acid absorption pathways for meaningfully better bioavailability and significantly better stomach tolerance.†

3. Should I take magnesium glycinate in the morning or at night?
   Either works, depending on your goal. Some people prefer morning dosing to promote a calm, focused start to the day, especially when managing mild stress. Others find it most effective in the evening as part of a bedtime routine, since it supports relaxation and sleep quality. Magnesium glycinate can be taken at any time of day based on personal preference and goals.†

4. Is Revive MD Magnesium Glycinate appropriate for tested athletes?
   Yes — with the added assurance of Informed Sport certification, meaning every batch is independently tested for substances prohibited in sport. Magnesium itself is not prohibited by any governing body; the certification provides documented batch-level verification for any competitive athlete who needs that level of assurance.†

How to Take Revive MD Magnesium Glycinate

Take 2 capsules daily with or without a meal, in the morning or evening depending on your goals — morning for a calm, focused start; evening for relaxation and sleep support. For more targeted correction of a significant magnesium deficiency, up to 2 capsules three times daily can be used as directed by a healthcare practitioner. For best results, use consistently for 4-8 weeks. Not for pregnant or nursing women without physician clearance. Consult a physician before use if you have kidney disease, are taking any prescription medications (particularly antibiotics, bisphosphonates, or diuretics, which can interact with magnesium absorption or excretion), or have any medical condition. Produced in a facility that processes milk, egg, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, wheat, peanuts, soy, and sesame. California Prop 65 Warning applies.†

Why Buy at Get Yok'd

• Real-time inventory across all five Southern California stores

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• Authorized Revive MD retailer — carrying Magnesium Glycinate alongside Cortisol Support, Sleep Support, and the full Revive MD wellness lineup

• Staff who can help you incorporate Magnesium Glycinate into a complete daily stress, sleep, and recovery protocol

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Who Should Exercise Caution with Magnesium Glycinate

• Individuals with kidney disease or renal impairment should consult a physician — impaired kidneys may not excrete excess magnesium normally

• Not for pregnant or nursing women without physician clearance

• Individuals taking antibiotics (particularly tetracyclines and fluoroquinolones) should separate dosing by several hours — magnesium can reduce absorption of these medications

• Individuals taking bisphosphonates (osteoporosis medications) should consult a physician regarding dosing timing

• Individuals taking diuretics or heart medications should consult a physician — magnesium interacts with electrolyte balance and cardiac function

• High doses may cause loose stools in sensitive individuals — reduce dose if this occurs

• Consult a physician before use if taking any prescription medications or having any medical condition

• Produced in a facility that processes milk, egg, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, wheat, peanuts, soy, and sesame

• California Prop 65 Warning applies.

• Keep out of reach of children.

†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.