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Magnesium Bisglycinate Chelate vs. Glycinate: What You’re Not Being Told
Episode 132
Friday, 3 April, 2026
Is your magnesium supplement actually what it claims to be? Carl Pradelli, CEO and Co-Founder of NatureCity, breaks down the critical difference between magnesium glycinate and magnesium bisglycinate chelate so you stop wasting money on supplements that may look good on the label but don’t deliver. Subscribe for weekly supplement truths. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN✓ Why magnesium glycinate and magnesium bisglycinate chelate are NOT always the same thing✓ How some brands blend magnesium oxide with glycine and still call it magnesium glycinate✓ The 10% elemental magnesium rule that exposes low-quality supplements instantly✓ Why Albion is considered the gold standard for chelated mineral sourcing✓ How NatureCity-’s TrueMagnesium delivers 200mg of pure bisglycinate chelate in a drink powder Magnesium is involved in over 300 processes in your body, from sleep and muscle function to energy, mood, and heart health. Most people are not getting enough magnesium from diet alone, which makes supplementation important. But here is the problem: not all magnesium supplements are created equal, and the labels could be misleading. In this episode, Carl Pradelli explains the details behind magnesium bisglycinate chelate, a fully reacted form of magnesium bound to two glycine molecules. This form has been shown to be absorbed up to 3x to 4x times better than other magnesium options with significantly fewer digestive issues. This makes it one of the most desirable forms of magnesium for supplements. Usually, magnesium bisglycinate chelate is labeled as such, but technically it could be also labeled as “magnesium glycinate.” However, here is the important part you need to know: not all magnesium glycinate is magnesium bisglycinate chelate. Carl exposes how some supplement companies use partially reacted magnesium or blend magnesium oxide with glycine, and label it as magnesium glycinate - but this is not a true and pure magnesium bisglycinate chelate and will not perform like it in the body. Carl walks through how to read a supplement label to spot the difference, including the 10% elemental magnesium benchmark. You’ll also see why high milligram-per-capsule magnesium claims are a red flag, and why Albion’s patented chelation process matters. He also explains why NatureCity chose a raspberry-flavored drink powder format for TrueMagnesium to deliver a full 200mg dose of pure Albion magnesium bisglycinate chelate without requiring a handful of capsules. NatureCity was founded over 20 years ago by Carl Pradelli and his wife Beth with a mission to deliver transparent, science-backed natural health supplements. Since then, NatureCity has served over 500,000 customers and remains committed to quality, honesty, and results. TIMESTAMPS0:00 — Why your magnesium supplement might not be working0:38 — Why magnesium matters for sleep, energy, and overall health1:20 — The confusion: glycinate vs. bisglycinate2:05 — The key difference that actually matters2:50 — What makes this form easier for your body to absorb4:35 — The problem with most magnesium supplements5:45 — Why some “glycinate” isn’t really glycinate6:25 — The truth about “buffered” magnesium7:10 — How to read a magnesium label the right way8:05 — How to spot a low-quality supplement fast9:05 — Recap: how to choose the right magnesium Learn more about TrueMagnesium and NatureCity’s full supplement line at naturecity.comABOUT NATURECITYNatureCity was founded by Carl Pradelli with a mission to deliver transparent, science-backed natural health supplements. With over 500,000 customers served, NatureCity is committed to quality, honesty, and results.#NatureCity #MagnesiumSupplement #MagnesiumBisglycinate #NaturalHealth
