Magnesium Glycinate Dr. Lynch product Q&AUpdated 3 hours ago

Hi Laura -

Kelsi is correct that the citric acid is present in the raw material at the time of production.

Citric acid is derived from aspergillus niger and then highly refined afterwards. We don't add citric acid to any of our products.

The purification of process of citric acid is quite comprehensive and should leave no traces of aspergillus niger at the end of production.
https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371%2Fjournal.pone.0321972

If you prefer, you may use Optimal Magnesium which has the magnesium glycinate along with lysinate and malate in it without any citric acid.
https://www.seekinghealth.com/products/optimal-magnesium

In health,
Dr. Lynch

Hello J,

The citric acid is not something that is added during manufacturing, it is present in the raw material. We list on the label for transparency the over all percentage would be low as the only ingredient is magnesium glycinate and the citric acid occurs within.

In Health,
Kelsi
Regulatory Specialist

Hi KC -

If we don't state on the website that the formulation has some changes, it's just the new look. ;)

A smaller container: Noted. I'll see if others are requesting this as well. We did just recently reduce the size of some of our magnesium containers but not sure which ones.

For kids:

• you want to use enough that is effective without causing bowel issues.
• I'd consider 1/2 a scoop which is 100 mg.

Another option:

• Optimal Electrolyte: this provides 125 mg of magnesium malate per serving. This way your kid gets the magnesium they need along with the water, electrolytes, and creatine (for healthy brain development).
• This is key as most kids are just too busy to drink water and this will help them do so as it tastes great.
• That's another point. Our Magnesium Glycinate will taste pretty bad. You'd have to mask it. The Optimal Electrolyte is easy as it tastes really good.
• The orange and berry are the most popular flavors.

In health,
Dr. Lynch

Hi Rea -

All citric acid is derived from aspergillus niger. Then do not derive it from lemons anymore.

I'd consider the Optimal Electrolyte as we don't have any citric acid in this - and since you have mold exposure, it's smart to hydrate.

Consider:

• Glutathione Plus Lozenge: 1 lozenge upon waking in the morning and another midday
• Optimal Electrolyte: 1 serving upon waking and another midday
• Sauna as you can
• Liver Nutrients: 1 capsule after dinner
• ProBiota HistaminX: 1 capsule after dinner
• Fish Oil: 1 capsule after dinner

In health
Dr. Lynch

Hi K -

The formulation is indeed the same - just the packaging is new.

I'm glad he is doing well with it.

Magnesium is very safe so use what he needs. You simply don't want him getting diarrhea.

What I'd do is continue using this as you have been before sleep - but you can do it daily.

I'd also consider:

• Optimal Electrolyte: 1 serving upon waking in the morning and possibly another one for him later in the day around lunch time or after school.
• Healthy teeth comes from a healthy gut. I'd study Dr. Steven Lin's work. He's on Instagram and has a book, too.
• ProBiota HistaminX: 1 capsule after dinner for your son. You may want to open it and dump the contents into his mouth directly to support a healthy microbiome in his mouth, and then swallow. You can do this also with putting the contents of the capsule onto a bite of organic applesauce and then swishing it around then swallowing. The probiotic itself doesn't taste bad and having it in his mouth before bed may support a healthy microbiome.* He would swallow the contents of course.
• Glutathione Plus Lozenge: 1/2 a lozenge upon waking for him to support a healthy oral microbiome along with healthy muscles.*
• Kids Multivitamin Chewable MF: 1/2 to 1 chewable in the morning with his protein based breakfast to support overall health.*
• Vitamin D3+K2: 1 capsule for him after dinner
• Fish Oil: 1 capsule after dinner

In health,
Dr. Lynch

Hi Julie -

It is fine yes. That said, I don't think it's a magnesium issue as to why you're cramping if already using Optimal Electrolyte and the magnesium.

If you're sweating a lot, add more sodium to your electrolytes. Say 1/4 tsp which is about 500 mg of sodium. Table salt is great.

I'd give that a go first.

Those with MCAS typically have lower sodium and lower cortisol levels so they are peeing more frequently and also losing more sodium.

Consider:

• Glutathione Plus: 1/2 to 1 lozenge upon waking
• Optimal Electrolyte: 1 upon waking and another 1 midday - but add 1/4 tsp of additional sodium to each serving.
• Adrenal Cortex: 1 capsule with a protein based breakfast
• Optimal Magnesium: 1 capsule before bed

This should help a lot.

In health,
Dr. Lynch

Hi MG -

It may be what the magnesium is bound to in the supplement.

For instance, the glycine component in magnesium glycinate can cause overstimulation in some people with higher glutamate levels. If this is the case you may do better with Magnesium Plus which also contains vitamin B6.

It may also be that you need other nutrients to balance magnesium, such as taurine to get it into the cells, and other electrolytes. In this case, Optimal Electrolyte may be a better choice.

Remember that magnesium, whilst a relaxant, is also involved in energy production.

Hope this helps :).

Regards,
Elizma Lambert (ElizmaLambert.com)

Hi Les -

Absolutely.

Recommended actually.

Congratulations on your pregnancy! :)

In health,
Dr. Lynch

Hi Jenny -

All our supplements are made in the USA with globally sourced, and third-party tested ingredients.

We also do third-party testing of label claim (dosage per serving) once the product is made making sure it meets what we say it contains.

In health,
Dr. Lynch

Hi Lora -

Minerals are resistant to heat - so you're fine.

It's vitamins, herbs, proteins, enzymes that are problematic when it comes to heat.

In health,
Dr. Lynch

Hi Kelly -

I'd use Histamine Digest along with the Magnesium Glycinate Powder.

In health,
Dr. Lynch