GABA vs Magnesium glycinate
On Reddit, owners rate Magnesium glycinate higher overall (4.0 vs 3.1). Scores summarize self-reported experiences and are not evidence that either will work for you.
| GABA | Magnesium glycinate | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | capsules | capsules or powder |
| CalmVerdict score | 3.1 | 4.0 |
| Owner sentiment | 3.2 | 3.5 |
| Recommendations | 1.0 | 4.8 |
| Tolerability | 4.2 | 4.4 |
| Owner comments | 40 | 370 |
| Rated comments | 25 | 228 |
| Unwanted effects reported | 16% | 14% |
| Top praise | Calming effect, Dose & timing | Calming effect, Dose & timing |
| Top complaints | Side effects, Mood | Side effects, Dose & timing |
By concern
| Context | GABA | Magnesium glycinate |
|---|---|---|
| Anxiety & worry | 6 of 10 positive | 43 of 114 positive |
| Low mood | 1 of 5 positive | 13 of 41 positive |
| Everyday stress | 3 of 7 positive | 33 of 56 positive |
| Panic attacks | Too few comments | 8 of 20 positive |
| Rumination & intrusive thoughts | Too few comments | 2 of 6 positive |
| Physical tension | Too few comments | 6 of 14 positive |
| PMS & PMDD mood | Too few comments | 2 of 3 positive |
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What owners say about GABA
1/5 Calming effectFalling asleep“Just want to touch base on the GABA part.”
4/5 Calming effect“I've tried GABA and even though it did make me feel more relaxed I wasn't very talkative at all.”
4/5 Calming effect“Standard GABA is usually synthetically produced via chemical synthesis using industrial solvents and precursors.”
What owners say about Magnesium glycinate
2/5 Falling asleepTakes time“Started magnesium glycinate for sleep, didn't really knock me out but after two weeks I noticed my jaw wasn't clenched into a fist all day.”
4/5“Magnesium glycinate, improved my sleep, fewer muscle twitches, and helped me feel less tension etc.”
4/5 Calming effect“Magnesium glycinate also helps me chill out when my brain won't stop racing but takes maybe an hour to kick in”
More detail: Magnesium glycinate side effects · Magnesium glycinate dosage and timing
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