Label arithmetic · NIH DSLD 179733
Natural Healthy Concepts Optimal Magnesium 250 mg: 125 mg of magnesium per capsule, 2–4 capsules a day – glycinate + lysinate + malate
125 mg of magnesium per capsule; the label's 2–4 capsules a day give 250–500 mg. From glycinate + lysinate + malate. Inside: label lines, ingredients.
Natural Healthy Concepts Optimal Magnesium 250 mg declares 250 mg of elemental magnesium from an amino acid chelate. "Amino acid chelate" names a class of compounds rather than one defined substance, so no elemental fraction exists and the compound mass cannot be computed from the label. No US retail price matched as of 2026-11-02. NIH DSLD 179733, label dated 2018-08-31.
as filedData release 2026-08-10-f441aa9f · registry snapshot 2026-08-10 · latest price observation 2026-10-19 · chemistry 2026-10-17
Mass: not computable · Price: none matched · % DV: 63% vs 60%
Elemental: The magnesium itself; the rest of the compound weight is the partner molecule.
Compound: The whole salt, such as magnesium glycinate, that must physically fit in the capsule.
Size 000: The largest standard capsule, about 1,100 mg of powder at 0.8 g/mL, the top of the usual 0.6–0.8 range; size 00 holds about 730 mg and size 0 about 545 mg.
Recompute with your price
Enter the price you paid; the declared amount and servings of this label are prefilled, so the result is the cost per 100 mg of elemental magnesium for your bottle.
Same-salt comparison appears here.
Will 250 mg of magnesium actually fit in one capsule, or do I need more than one?
The compound mass behind this label cannot be computed as of 2026-11-02: Single-salt capacity audit excluded as of 2026-10-17: buffered, complex, blend or asporotate wording leaves the composition unresolved.. The filed amounts are listed in the next block. Lower bound, not a measurement: even if all 250 mg of magnesium per serving came from magnesium oxide (60.3% magnesium), the richest magnesium salt used in supplements, because the complex or buffer does not specify every carrier, each of the 2 capsules (the most the serving allows) would need at least 207 mg of compound, so at this bound it needs at least a size 0 capsule (about 545 mg at 0.8 g/mL); the actual form, which the label does not name, may need more.
computed with assumption| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Elemental magnesium per serving | 250 mg |
| Units per serving | 1–2 |
| Magnesium salt per serving | Not computable as of 2026-11-02 |
| Magnesium salt per capsule | Not computable as of 2026-11-02 |
| Capsule capacity 0 · 00 · 000 | 545 · 730 · 1,100 mg |
| Verdict | Not computable as of 2026-11-02 |
Source · NIH DSLD 179733 · label 2018-08-31; snapshot 2026-08-10 · release 2026-08-10-f441aa9f · CSV · method
How much elemental magnesium is actually in this label's filed magnesium lines?
Natural Healthy Concepts Optimal Magnesium 250 mg files 2 magnesium lines in NIH DSLD 179733; the selected primary line declares 250 mg of elemental magnesium per serving, against 1 other row excluded from the primary amount. A salt named under another nutrient does not turn that nutrient's quantity into elemental magnesium.
measured| Filed amount | Salt or note as filed | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 250 mg | glycinate, lysinate, malate · Magnesium (Form: as Albion Di-Magnesium Malate, and TRAACS Magnesium Lysinate Glycinate Chelate) | Primary serving |
| 828 mg | malate · Malic Acid (Form: as Albion Di-Magnesium Malate) | Excluded from the primary amount |
Source · NIH DSLD 179733 · label 2018-08-31; snapshot 2026-08-10 · release 2026-08-10-f441aa9f · CSV · method
Does this label's magnesium claim hold up, or could the magnesium come from another source?
The label names 3 magnesium forms (glycinate, lysinate, malate); a named blend does not establish how much magnesium each form contributes, so the resolved reading is the most favourable one, compared with oxide, the salt richest in magnesium at 60.3%.
computed with assumption| Form named on the label | Elemental fraction | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Magnesium glycinate | 11.8–14.1% | named on label |
| lysinate | No defined fraction | named on label |
| Magnesium malate | 12.6–15.5% | named on label |
Source · NIH DSLD 179733 · label 2018-08-31; snapshot 2026-08-10 · release 2026-08-10-f441aa9f · CSV · method
Is this a good price for the elemental magnesium I'm actually getting?
No US retail price is matched to this label as of 2026-11-02, and without a resolved salt there is no same-salt comparison.
computed| Rank | Label | Per 100 mg | Observed |
|---|
Source · Amazon via licensed data provider; NIH DSLD · unique ASIN × date; prices observed 2026-10-26 to 2026-11-02 · release 2026-08-10-f441aa9f · CSV · method
How many days will this bottle last at the label's own serving, and what does a day cost?
At the label's own serving, Natural Healthy Concepts Optimal Magnesium 250 mg lasts 30 days: 60 servings against 2 servings a day in the filed directions.
computed| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Net contents as filed | 120 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Serving size as filed | 1–2 Capsule(s) |
| Servings per container | 60 |
| Servings per day in the directions | 2 |
| Days per bottle | 30 days |
| $ per 30 days at one label serving a day | No ranked price as of 2026-11-02 |
| $ per 30 days at 420 mg Daily Value | No ranked price as of 2026-11-02 |
Source · NIH DSLD 179733 · label 2018-08-31; snapshot 2026-08-10 · release 2026-08-10-f441aa9f · CSV · method
What does "63% Daily Value" mean here, and does it recompute?
The label declares 63% Daily Value; 250 mg against the 420 mg reference in 21 CFR 101.9 recomputes to 60%, a difference of 3 points. Labels filed under the earlier 400 mg reference, or with a different filing basis, show gaps of this kind.
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| Declared vs recomputed % |
| DV |
| 60 · 63 |
| Declared vs |
| recomputed % DV |
| Group as filed | Declared | Reference | Recomputed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adults and children 4 or more years of age | 63% | 420 mg | 60% |
Source · NIH DSLD 179733; 21 CFR 101.9 · label 2018-08-31 · release 2026-08-10-f441aa9f · CSV · method
Why does this label contain magnesium stearate, what shell is it, and who is it filed for?
Natural Healthy Concepts Optimal Magnesium 250 mg files 5 other ingredients, including magnesium stearate (reference fraction 4.1% magnesium; no quantity filed, so it is not added to the total) and a vegetarian shell.
measured| Entry | Filed ingredient or declaration |
|---|---|
| 1 | HPMC |
| 2 | Stearic Acid |
| 3 | Medium-Chain Triglyceride Oil |
| 4 | Magnesium Stearate |
| 5 | Silica |
| Shell | vegetarian |
| Target group | Vegetarian |
| Target group | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
2 additional rows
| Entry | Filed ingredient or declaration |
|---|---|
| Target group | Gluten Free |
| Target group | Dairy Free |
Source · NIH DSLD 179733 · label 2018-08-31; snapshot 2026-08-10 · release 2026-08-10-f441aa9f · CSV · method
What has research measured about this form, and about side effects?
No study in the registry measured an unresolved salt as of 2026-11-02.
measured| Year | Study | PubMed |
|---|
Source · PubMed-checked study registry · registry checked 2026-08-10 · release 2026-08-10-f441aa9f · CSV · method
Has this brand had FDA recalls or adverse event reports?
Natural Healthy Concepts has 0 FDA recall records matched by brand name in the enforcement data queried 2026-10-19. Natural Healthy Concepts has no FDA CAERS adverse event report on record at brand level as of 2026-10-19 (143 of 273 brands in this registry have at least one CAERS report).
measured| Recall | Date | Reason | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| No recall record as of 2026-10-19 |
Source · openFDA enforcement and CAERS · queried 2026-10-19 · release 2026-08-10-f441aa9f · CSV · method
Is this the same formula as another brand's, and how do their prices differ?
No other brand files the same formulation (ingredients, shell, units and rounded amount) as of 2026-11-02.
computed| Label | Brand | Price per 100 mg |
|---|---|---|
| No cross-brand match as of 2026-11-02 |
Source · NIH DSLD 179733 · label 2018-08-31; snapshot 2026-08-10 · release 2026-08-10-f441aa9f · CSV · method
Which labels are closest to this one, with the same salt and dose?
No other label files the same resolved salt within ±10% of this label's dose per unit as of 2026-11-02.
computed| Label | Elemental per unit | Price | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| No neighbour as of 2026-11-02 |
Source · NIH DSLD 179733 · label 2018-08-31; snapshot 2026-08-10 · release 2026-08-10-f441aa9f · CSV · method
Where does this record come from, what is missing, and how do I cite or correct it?
Every value on this page traces to NIH DSLD 179733 (label 2018-08-31, snapshot 2026-08-10) and the chemistry model of 2026-09-13. 3 gaps remain: Single-salt capacity audit excluded as of 2026-10-17: buffered, complex, blend or asporotate wording leaves the composition unresolved.; No US retail price matched as of 2026-11-02 (barcode 6 47732 92460 2); A single salt with a defined elemental fraction is unresolved as of 2026-11-02. The CSV carries the values shown here.
measured| Field | As filed |
|---|---|
| NIH DSLD label | NIH DSLD 179733 |
| Label date | 2018-08-31 |
| Date entered into DSLD | 2018-08-31 |
| Barcode (UPC) as filed | 6 47732 92460 2 |
| Label version · Package size difference, same product | NIH DSLD 230835 |
| Distributed by: | Natural Healthy Concepts, Appleton, WI |
| Claim category as filed | All Other |
| Claim category as filed | Structure/Function |
24 additional rows
| Field | As filed |
|---|---|
| Precautions re: All Other | Professional use only |
| Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions | Directions: Take one to two capsules twice daily at or between meals, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner. |
| Precautions re: All Other | Consult your healthcare practitioner prior to use. |
| Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications | Individuals taking medication should discuss potential interactions with their healthcare practitioner. |
| Precautions re: All Other | Do not use if tamper seal is damaged. |
| General Statements: All Other Content | Magnesium, the fourth most abundant mineral in the human body, plays a role in over 300 metabolic processes. It participates in the development and maintenance of bones and teeth; the metabolism of carbohydrates, blood glucose, fats, and proteins; the formation of cells and tissues; and the maintenance of muscle function, including cardiac muscle. |
| Formula re: Contains | Optimal Magnesium 250 mg contains Albion's TRAACS magnesium lysinate glycinate (mineral amino acid chelate) and Albion's chelated dimagnesium malate - both formulated for enhanced absorption. |
| General Statements: All Other Content | Malic acid (from di-magnesium malate) supports energy production and lactic acid clearance via the krebs cycle. Malic acid may also support antioxidant systems by enhancing glutathione and antioxidant enzymes. |
| FDA Disclaimer Statement | These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. |
| Storage | Storage: Keep closed in a cool, dry place out of reach of children. |
| Precautions re: Children | Keep closed in a cool, dry place out of reach of children. |
| Formulation re: Does NOT Contain | Does Not Contain: Wheat, gluten, corn, yeast, soy, animal or dairy products, fish, shellfish, peanuts, tree nuts, egg, ingredients derived from genetically modified organisms (GMOs), artificial colors, artificial sweeteners, or artificial preservatives. |
| Seals/Symbols | Gluten free Dairy free |
| Formulation re: Does NOT Contain | Soy free Nut free |
| FDA Statement of Identity | Dietary Supplement |
| Formula re: Contains | Proprietary blend of patented magnesium |
| General Statements: All Other Content | Manufactured in a GMP compliant facility. |
| Seals/Symbols | Albion Minerals |
| Brand IP Statement(s) re: (c), (TM), (SM) | Albion, TRAACS and the Albion Medallion design are registered trademarks of Albion Laboratories, Inc. Malate covered by U.S. Patent 6,706,904 and patents pending. |
| Seals/Symbols | Vegetarian Caps |
| General: Product/Version Code | Rev. 041815 07711-01 |
| General Statements: All Other Content | This package is completely recyclable |
| Physical state | Capsule |
| Registry snapshot | 2026-08-10 |
Source · NIH DSLD 179733 · label 2018-08-31; snapshot 2026-08-10 · release 2026-08-10-f441aa9f · CSV · method
6 brand pages linked below contain magnesium labels from the NIH DSLD registry snapshot dated 2026-08-10.