Why we developed liposomal magnesium

Walk into any drugstore and you’ll find dozens of magnesium supplements. Large bottles, low prices, impressive percentages on the label: 300%, 500%, sometimes even 800% of the reference intake. At first glance, a good deal. But as product developers, we know: those numbers don’t tell the whole story.

The problem lies in the form. Most cheap supplements use magnesium oxide. On paper, it contains 60% elemental magnesium, more than any other form. But research shows that your body only absorbs a fraction of it. The vast majority leaves your body unused.

That’s why manufacturers opt for overdosing. The reasoning: if you provide 500% and 10% is absorbed, you still get 50%. But that’s treating symptoms, not solving the problem. We asked ourselves: what if we tackle the absorption problem at its source?

Two technologies, one logical combination

Our answer combines two proven approaches: the most absorbable magnesium form and real liposomal technology.

Magnesium bisglycinate is an organic chelate form where magnesium is bound to two glycine molecules. Unlike inorganic forms such as oxide, bisglycinate is absorbed via amino acid transporters in the intestine. A different route that doesn’t compete with other minerals and isn’t dependent on stomach acid.

Liposomal encapsulation adds an extra dimension. By packaging the bisglycinate in microscopically small phospholipid spheres, we protect it during passage through the digestive tract. These liposomes are composed of phosphatidylcholine from sunflower, structurally similar to your own cell membranes.

The result: a magnesium supplement where every milligram adds value. No compensation through overdosing, but smart formulation.

Why 30% RI per capsule is just right

The reference intake for magnesium is 375 mg per day. One capsule provides 116 mg (30% RI), two capsules 232 mg (62% RI). Isn’t that too little?

No, and here’s why: Magnesium is found in many foods: nuts, seeds, leafy greens, whole grains, legumes. A reasonably varied diet already provides 150-250 mg per day. Supplementation is meant to fill the gap, not to cover your entire requirement.

Moreover, with minerals: taking more doesn’t mean absorbing more. Your body has a saturation point. Everything above that is excreted. With cheap magnesium forms, manufacturers compensate for poor absorption with high dosages. We solve the absorption problem, making lower dosages more effective. Cheap is expensive in the long run. You’re not paying for what’s on the label, but for what your body can actually use.

The difference in practice:

What do we mean by real liposomes?

The term “liposomal” has become popular in the supplement world. Unfortunately, that doesn’t mean every product that calls itself liposomal actually contains liposomes. Many products use cheap phospholipids that clump together instead of forming true liposomal structures. Others import ready-made powders from abroad without verification of actual liposome formation.

We produce our liposomal magnesium in our own FSSC 22000-certified factory in the Netherlands. No imports, and therefore no question marks about what’s in the capsule. From raw material to finished product: everything under our own roof, under direct supervision of our quality team.

Why magnesium is essential

Magnesium is involved in more than 300 enzymatic processes in your body. Unlike vitamins, which your body can partly produce or convert itself, every milligram of magnesium must come from food or supplementation. It’s a building block your body cannot manufacture.

Yet an estimated two-thirds of the Western population doesn’t get enough magnesium. The causes are diverse: intensive agriculture has reduced mineral content in vegetables, processed food contains little magnesium, and factors such as stress, medication use and alcohol increase the need or reduce absorption.

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has confirmed that magnesium contributes to:

Produced in the Netherlands, under our own control

Every Liposomal Magnesium capsule is produced in our own factory in the Netherlands. No outsourcing, no import of semi-finished products. From raw material analysis to encapsulation and packaging: everything is done in-house.

Quality control per batch

Every batch is extensively tested before leaving our factory:

• Free from heavy metals: lead (< 0.5 ppm), cadmium (< 0.5 ppm), mercury (< 0.1 ppm), arsenic (< 0.5 ppm)
• Microbiologically pure: total plate count < 10,000 cfu/g, yeasts and moulds < 100 cfu/g
• Free from pathogens: E. coli, Salmonella, S. aureus and P. aeruginosa absent

Who is this product for?

Liposomal Magnesium Capsules are developed for people who:

• Want to support their magnesium status with a high-quality supplement
• Consciously choose optimal absorption over high dosages
• Value Dutch production and complete chain control
• Prefer a supplement without unnecessary additives
• Are vegetarian or vegan (100% plant-based capsule)

Product features at a glance

• 500 mg liposomal magnesium bisglycinate complex per capsule
• 116 mg elemental magnesium per capsule (30% RI)
• 80% active magnesium bisglycinate, no filler
• Real dry liposomes with phosphatidylcholine from sunflower
• Plant-based capsule (HPMC), suitable for vegetarians and vegans
• Produced in the Netherlands in our own FSSC 22000-certified factory
• GMO-free and non-irradiated in accordance with EU legislation (EC 1830/2003 and EC 1999/2)
• Free from: maltodextrin, yeast, sugar, starch, gluten, lactose, soy, artificial additives

The Kala Health liposomal product line

Liposomal Magnesium Capsules are part of our liposomal product line. All products are developed with the same philosophy: real dry liposomes, produced in our own factory, without compromising on quality.

Expressly stated

A dietary supplement is not a substitute for a varied diet. A varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important.

Do you have questions about this product or would you like personal advice? Call us at (+31) 070-345-0290 or email info@kalahealth.eu.