Magnesium glycinate

Magnesium glycinate - 22% magnesium My Best Horse magnesium glycinate is magnesium chelated to the amino acid glycine. This is suitable for supplementing horses which have iron overload. The majority of magnesium in the horse’s body is located in the bones and muscle. It plays a role in electrolyte balance within the body. As a cofactor, it affects enzyme reactions, such as: Kinase B Hexokinase Creatine kinase ATPase NA+/K+ ATPase Other areas in which it plays a role: Membrane function Cell adhesion Muscle contraction/relaxation Neurotransmitter release Structural function of the mitochondria Magnesium plays a role in over 300 different reactions in the body and is commonly used as a calming supplement. However, additional research is needed to determine the validity of this usage, as well as efficacy. Care should be taken, upon supplementation, to keep the Ca:Mg ratio at about 2:1. For more information on the role of magnesium in the body, the Clinical Kid