The application of magnesium hydroxide in the production of magnesium glycinate has several unique advantages, especially in terms of solubility control, mild reaction, and bioavailability of the final product. The following are the main advantages of magnesium hydroxide in the production of magnesium glycinate:
1. Low irritation and mildness
Low gastrointestinal irritation: As a mild magnesium source, magnesium hydroxide usually has less irritation to the gastrointestinal tract. Compared with some magnesium salts (such as magnesium chloride or magnesium sulfate), magnesium hydroxide has a milder effect on the digestive system, so it is more conducive to reducing side effects such as diarrhea and stomach discomfort when preparing magnesium glycinate.
Suitable for long-term use: Magnesium glycinate is often used for long-term magnesium supplementation. The less irritation provided by magnesium hydroxide makes it suitable for users who need to take magnesium supplements for a long time, especially individuals with sensitive stomachs.
2. Lower solubility controls reaction rate
Slow release of magnesium ions: Magnesium hydroxide has a low solubility and a relatively slow dissolution process in water. This feature allows the gradual release of magnesium ions, which helps control the reaction rate and avoids the release of magnesium ions too quickly, thereby ensuring full binding with glycine.
Reaction control: Lower solubility helps to accurately control the reaction conditions, ensure the reaction efficiency of glycine and magnesium ions, and avoid incomplete reactions or the formation of by-products.
3. High purity, reducing impurity interference
Magnesium hydroxide has a wide range of sources and high purity: Magnesium hydroxide is usually a purer source of magnesium, and it is easy to maintain a high purity during the production process, thereby avoiding the influence of other impurities on the formation of magnesium glycinate.
Reduce the risk of adverse reactions: Since magnesium hydroxide has fewer impurities, it can reduce interference with other chemicals during the reaction and ensure the stability of the quality of the final product.
4. Easy control during the production process
pH control is more convenient: Magnesium hydroxide has a low solubility in water, so when glycine is added to the reaction, the pH value of the solution can be better controlled. pH is an important factor affecting the combination of magnesium and glycine. Magnesium hydroxide can optimize the synthesis of magnesium glycinate by adjusting the alkalinity of the solution.
Optimized production process: Magnesium hydroxide is relatively easy to handle and convert into magnesium ions in industrial production, and the production process is relatively simple, which can improve production efficiency and reduce process variables.
5. Increase the bioavailability of magnesium glycinate
Improve absorbability: magnesium hydroxide can form a stable complex with glycine to increase the bioavailability of magnesium. Magnesium glycinate is considered to be a form of organic magnesium supplement with a higher absorption rate. The use of magnesium hydroxide can improve the stability of magnesium glycinate and make its absorption in the body more efficient.
Reduce gastrointestinal discomfort: Compared with other magnesium sources, magnesium glycinate is more suitable for long-term use due to its better absorption rate and lower side effects. It helps maintain the balance of magnesium in the body and is less likely to cause gastrointestinal discomfort.
6. Safer production environment
Fewer harmful byproducts: Compared with some other magnesium sources, magnesium hydroxide produces fewer byproducts during the reaction process. The reaction of magnesium hydroxide is usually mild and is not likely to cause safety threats to the environment or production personnel, so it is conducive to maintaining high safety in production.