Can You Take Magnesium and Zinc Bisglycinate Together?

May affect absorption

The short answer

Zinc (as Zinc Bisglycinate) and magnesium may compete for intestinal absorption at high doses.

How to arrange timing

Consider separating zinc bisglycinate and magnesium by 2 hours.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Spencer H et al., J Am Coll Nutr 1994

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.