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Magnesium for Sleep Issues

Evidence-Based Natural Remedy Guide

Effectiveness

★★★★★

Type

supplement

Sources

1 cited

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How Magnesium Helps with Sleep Issues

Magnesium regulates melatonin and activates the parasympathetic nervous system. Many people are deficient without knowing it, and supplementation can dramatically improve sleep quality.

🔬 What the Research Says

A 2012 study in the Journal of Research in Medical Sciences found magnesium supplementation significantly improved sleep time, sleep efficiency, and melatonin levels in elderly subjects with insomnia.

[1] The effect of magnesium supplementation on primary insomnia in elderly — Journal of Research in Medical Sciences (2012)

📋 How to Use

Take magnesium glycinate 1 hour before bed (glycinate form is best absorbed and least likely to cause digestive issues). An Epsom salt bath before bed also provides magnesium transdermally.