Can You Take Magnesium Bisglycinate and Manganese Together?

May affect absorption

The short answer

Magnesium (as Magnesium Bisglycinate) and manganese share DMT1 transporter pathways. Co-administration may reduce manganese absorption.

How to arrange timing

Consider separating magnesium bisglycinate and manganese by 2 hours.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: NIH ODS Manganese Fact Sheet; Davis CD, 1992

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.