TMG (Trimethylglycine / Betaine) in Multivitamins

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Trimethylglycine (TMG), also known as betaine anhydrous, is a methyl donor involved in homocysteine metabolism and the methylation cycle. It has been studied for cardiovascular health, liver function, and exercise performance.

Benefits

  • Donates methyl groups to reduce homocysteine (cardiovascular risk factor)
  • Supports liver health and fat metabolism
  • Has shown improvements in muscle strength, power, and endurance in RCTs
  • Works synergistically with choline and folate in the methylation cycle
  • May support healthy body composition

Recommended Daily Value

No official RDA; 500–2500mg/day used in clinical studies

Food Sources

  • Beets (highest source)
  • Spinach
  • Quinoa
  • Wheat germ
  • Shellfish

Scientific Reference

Cholewa JM et al. Effects of betaine on body composition, performance, and homocysteine thiolactone. J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2013;10:39.

Multivitamins Containing TMG (Trimethylglycine / Betaine)

500mg
$55
capsule

The most evidence-based daily multivitamin on the market. Every one of its 26 ingredients is backed by human RCTs at the exact dose used in clinical trials — methylated B vitamins, glycinate-form minerals, 200mg hyaluronic acid for skin health, TMG for cognition and exercise, and microencapsulated carotenoids for eye protection. It deliberately excludes Vitamin A and E based on safety research, and consolidates 6–8 separate supplements into one formula.