malate

noun

: a salt or ester of malic acid

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Popular forms include magnesium glycinate, magnesium citrate, magnesium malate, magnesium oxide and magnesium L-threonate. Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 13 Mar. 2026 Another common ingredient in pre-workout is citrulline malate, a compound that may enhance blood flow to your working muscles.45 This helps supply your muscles with fresh oxygen while effectively carrying away your muscles' waste, LeRitz said, which can help improve endurance. Sherri Gordon, Health, 13 Mar. 2026 Oral forms of magnesium glycinate, citrate, malate, or chloride have the strongest evidence for absorption. Sara Hoffman, Verywell Health, 4 Mar. 2026 This capsule delivers a powerful dose—360mg—of magnesium glycinate and malate. Brianna Peters, Vogue, 6 Sep. 2025 The form in this supplement is calcium malate, which is similar in absorption to the citrate form. Casey Seiden, Parents, 30 May 2024 Magnesium glycinate and magnesium malate are well absorbed with minimal GI distress. Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1788, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of malate was in 1788

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“Malate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/malate. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.

Medical Definition

malate

noun
: a salt or ester of malic acid

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