Have you ever wondered what that coating on your medications and vitamins is? It’s an additive made from magnesium stearate. Magnesium stearate is a fine white powder that sticks to your skin and is ...

Experts say stearic acid is the only long-chain saturated fat that does not raise cholesterol levels. In the form of a powder, the salt forms the coating that you see on medications and vitamins.

Magnesium stearate (MgSt) is a salt made of stearic acid and magnesium. It is a common food additive and inactive ingredient (excipient) in medications and dietary supplements, such as capsules, ...

Some of you watch your gluten intake, others avoid artificial colors and sweeteners. Some of you read supplement labels, and others don't. Today I want to teach you about "magnesium stearate." ...