What’s happening, and how Mighty Kids Supplements are keeping your children safe
If you’ve seen the recent headlines about magnesium gummies being recalled, you’re not alone in feeling concerned. In August 2025, the UK Government published a press release revealing that a brand of children’s vitamins had contained undeclared melatonin, a prescription-only medicine. Parents have been urged to dispose of ‘Nutrition Ignition Kids Magnesium Glycinate Gummies’, and this news has left many wondering: should I stop giving my child magnesium altogether, and how can I be sure my supplements are safe?
Crucially, only the brand ‘Nutrition Ignition’ has been issued this warning. Though marketed as a food supplement, their products were found to have contained between 1.5mg and 1.7mg of melatonin, and have consequently been pulled from sale. We would like to reassure our customers and clarify that Mighty Kids Supplements is in no way affiliated, associated, or connected with the recent recall or the brand involved. We are always committed to complete transparency in our products, their ingredients, and their manufacture.
The problem is not magnesium itself, but poor-quality production regulation and a lack of transparency. Magnesium alone does not force sleep or cause drowsiness. It does not behave in the body like a sleeping pill or melatonin supplements. It is not a medication, it is one of the most important minerals that our bodies require regular intake of, either through food or supplementation. Magnesium supports the body’s natural detox pathways, hormone production (including regulation of the body’s natural levels of melatonin), receptors and blood sugar levels, and plays an important role in the central nervous system, which can all contribute to healthier sleep patterns and relaxation.
Magnesium supplements, like Mighty Kids Liposomal Magnesium (suitable for children ages 1+, available in apple and mango flavours) do not contain melatonin, a medicine that causes artificial drowsiness typically prescribed for short-term treatment of insomnia.
What we do differently
Our full list of ingredients will always be freely available, and for both the Mighty Kids children’s and adults’ magnesium supplements, they only contain: Purified Water, Glycerol, Phospholipids (from Sunflower), Magnesium Bisglycinate, Malic Acid, Seabuckthorn Extract, and Rosemary Extract.
As is the case for all of our products, there are NO artificial colours, NO artificial flavours, NO added sugar, and most importantly, NO added melatonin.
Additionally, all of our products are manufactured in accordance with the following safety standards strictly adhered to. We are:
ISO 22000 certified, demonstrating the ability to provide liposomal formulations and services that are safe and in accordance with their intended use.
GMP certified, assuring adherence to the European code of practices and general principles of food hygiene throughout the complete cycle of production and quality control of liposomal supplements.
Registered with the US FDA, meaning our liquid liposomal products are licensed to be exported and consumed in the USA.
Not only that, Mighty Kids Supplements goes one step further and annually invests in third-party testing. As well as this, we voluntarily opt in to paid membership of the HFMA for an additional layer of regulation that is above and beyond what is legally required in the supplement industry.
Magnesium is about so much more than just sleep, supporting the central nervous system and overall wellbeing. But as countless parents have shared in their reviews, one of the most common positive effects has been calmer bedtimes and better rest for their children. It wasn’t our aim when developing this product, but it’s become one of the added benefits families value most. Our liposomal magnesium bisglycinate is designed to be gentle, well absorbed, and trusted by families who want safe, natural support for their child’s wellbeing.
Is magnesium suitable for children?
Magnesium is an essential mineral needed every day for healthy growth, strong bones, muscle function, and a balanced nervous system. It’s naturally present in foods like nuts, seeds, leafy greens, and whole grains, but many children don’t get enough through diet alone, particularly picky eaters or those eating mostly processed foods.
When it comes to supplements, both the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) confirm that magnesium is safe for children when used within recommended amounts, which you can review here.
Magnesium bisglycinate, utilised by Mighty Kids Supplements, is a gentle, highly absorbable form that is well tolerated by little stomachs, making it ideal for children’s and adults’ supplements alike. Because it is bound to the amino acid glycine, which itself has calming properties, it provides a “double benefit” for children needing support with relaxation and sleep. We go one step further with liposomal delivery. This industry leading technology protects the magnesium as it passes through digestion, improving absorption and reducing the chance of tummy upset. Parents can feel reassured that their child is getting an effective, safe, and transparent product.
At Mighty Kids Supplements, we don’t just stand behind our products professionally, we stand by them personally. Our staff supplement their own families with our magnesium because they believe in its safety and effectiveness.
Key Takeaways
The recent news wasn’t about magnesium being unsafe, it flagged a failure in manufacturing standards elsewhere, reassuring people that the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is constantly monitoring the safety of supplements and medicines on the market. When sourced, tested, and formulated properly, magnesium is:
- Safe for children
- Scientifically backed for relaxation and sleep support
- Trusted by parents worldwide
At Mighty Kids Supplements, our liposomal magnesium bisglycinate is clean, transparent, and effective, giving you peace of mind, and your child the restful nights they deserve.
Mighty Kids Magnesium can be found here (age 1-12) and here (age 13+)
