Feb 14, 2026Magnesium: Deficiency in Aging, Form Comparison, and Evidence for Sleep, Blood Pressure, and MuscleMagnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in the body and cofactor for over 300 enzymes. Dietary insufficiency is widespread — over 50% of adults consume below the RDA. Supplementation improves sleep quality, blood pressure, and muscle function, with form choice determining tolerability and absorption.
Feb 4, 2026Sleep Optimization Beyond Melatonin: Magnesium, Apigenin, CBT-I, and Light HygieneMelatonin is one of many sleep tools. Magnesium glycinate, apigenin (chamomile extract), and glycine have separate evidence bases. Cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) outperforms all supplements for chronic insomnia. Combining behavioral and supplement approaches is rational.
Feb 3, 2026Magnesium L-Threonate and Brain Health: Evidence from Human TrialsMagnesium L-threonate was developed to improve brain magnesium delivery. Human trials show modest cognitive improvements in older adults, though sample sizes are small and independent replication is limited.
Jan 20, 2026Blood Pressure: Natural Interventions — Potassium, Magnesium, Beetroot Nitrate, and DASHLifestyle and supplement approaches to blood pressure are evidence-supported and often underused. Potassium intake, dietary magnesium, beetroot nitrate, and the DASH dietary pattern each have RCT-level evidence for modest but meaningful blood pressure reduction.