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Med's Dennis Auckley says magnesium supplements will most likely not improve sleep

MEDIA | October 3, 2024
STORY BY: EDITORIAL STAFF

Can a magnesium supplement really help you sleep? Here’s what the science says
SelfDennis Auckley, professor at the School of Medicine, explained that most people aren’t deficient in magnesium thanks to kidney regulation, and magnesium supplements likely don’t directly improve sleep. Instead, he recommended focusing on overall sleep hygiene and addressing underlying causes of insomnia for long-term solutions.