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Dr. Mercola

L-Glycine 1000 mg

2 Capsules · 90 servings · $0.22/serving

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Best for

Sleep

Ingredients (1)

L-Glycine

33%

Dose

1 g

Target

3–5 g

Form

—

Other Ingredients (3)

Rice FlourFiller

Rice-based ingredients carry risk of inorganic arsenic contamination (FDA and Consumer Reports). Rice accumulates arsenic from soil at higher rates than other grains. Used as a cheap filler — adds nothing beneficial.

Silicon DioxideAnti-caking

Fine silica powder used to prevent clumping

HypromelloseCapsule

Plant-derived capsule material from cellulose

How to Take It

Best taken in the evening

Studied at 3 g before bed for sleep quality. Fine anytime if you're taking it for other reasons.

With or without food

On the label

Adults, as a dietary supplement, take two (2) capsules daily.

General guidance based on the ingredients, not a substitute for the label or your doctor.

Price Check

$19.97

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Near the median of 46 glycine supplements

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Sources & Scoring

Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).

This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.

The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. clinical ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.

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