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Magnesium supplement in low-calorie capsule form
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Magnesium bisglycinate citrate capsule (1 g) has 4 calories. That works out to 360 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.4 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 150 mg of Magnesium covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 1 g
4
KCAL / 1G
Carbs
0.4g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 33% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 4 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.4 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 2 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 2 g | 7 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 3 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 60 g | 216 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 360 calories per 100 g.
A magnesium bisglycinate citrate capsule is used to supplement magnesium intake. Magnesium supports normal muscle and nerve function, but the capsule is not a treatment for disease; the amount of elemental magnesium it provides matters more than its total weight.
Take a magnesium bisglycinate citrate capsule at a time that fits the product directions and your routine. There is no established need to take it at night; following the stated serving instructions matters more than choosing a particular hour.
A magnesium bisglycinate citrate capsule is not a proven fix for insomnia. Correcting low magnesium intake may help someone who is deficient, but evidence does not show that taking magnesium reliably improves sleep for everyone.
Yes, you can take a magnesium bisglycinate citrate capsule on an empty stomach. If it causes nausea or stomach discomfort, try taking it with food; magnesium citrate can also loosen stools in some people.
Yes, a magnesium bisglycinate citrate capsule can cause loose stools or diarrhea, particularly because it contains citrate. If this happens, do not exceed the label directions and consider stopping the supplement rather than taking more to compensate.
A magnesium bisglycinate citrate capsule combines bisglycinate and citrate forms, while magnesium glycinate refers to a glycinate form alone. Their digestive effects may differ; compare products by the elemental magnesium listed, not by the capsule’s total weight.
Yes, many people can take a magnesium bisglycinate citrate capsule and calcium, but taking large supplemental amounts together may affect absorption. If both are prescribed or you take other medicines, ask a pharmacist about spacing them.
A magnesium bisglycinate citrate capsule is not a dependable constipation treatment. Its citrate component may loosen stools for some people, but a supplement capsule should not be treated as a substitute for a laxative intended for constipation.
Yes, a magnesium bisglycinate citrate capsule can be taken daily if you follow the product’s directions. Check the elemental magnesium amount on the label, since capsule weight does not tell you how much magnesium the body receives.
Not necessarily. Reduced kidney function can make excess magnesium harder to clear, and magnesium can interfere with absorption of some antibiotics and thyroid medicines. If you have kidney disease or take regular medication, ask your clinician or pharmacist before using it.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Magnesium
150mg · 36% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0.01mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0.01mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
1mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 4 calories in 1 piece (small) (1 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A Magnesium bisglycinate citrate capsule is a dietary supplement combining magnesium in bisglycinate and citrate forms, packaged in a small capsule for convenient use. The exact formula and suggested serving can vary by product, so follow the directions on its label.
It is usually swallowed with water, at a time that fits your routine; it is not typically served as part of a meal, and has little noticeable taste unless the capsule is opened. The small serving makes it a low-calorie way to take a supplement, rather than a meaningful source of food energy. If you take regular medication or follow a specific dietary plan, check with a healthcare professional before adding it to your routine.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.