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Is magnesium an effective supplement for sleep?
Magnesium is a very important mineral that is involved in many different biochemical reactions.
One of the effects magnesium has is to help someone sleep.
How magnesium may help improve sleep:
1. It increases serotonin and melatonin
2. It increases GABA
3. It decreases adrenaline (lowers the fight or flight mechanism)
4. It promotes muscle relaxation
5. It decreases inflammation (C-reactive protein)
6. It helps decrease restless leg syndrome
7. It supports the heart (may lessen angina and arrhythmia)
8. It helps decrease PMS cramping
Last updated: Sep 05, 2024 15:10 PM