Magnesium is having a moment right now, and it’s easy to understand why. This gentle and inexpensive supplement might be the most underrated mineral in your health toolbox.
It can help with everything from menstrual cramps and mood swings to blood pressure, weight loss, fatigue, and brain fog.
But when it comes to magnesium, there’s an important caveat many people miss: You’ll only get the benefits if you take the right kind, at the right dose, for the right reason.
Most people don’t realize that there are many forms of magnesium, and they’re not interchangeable.
Some types target the brain. Others help with muscle recovery, sleep, or digestion. And unless you know what to look for on a supplement label, it’s easy to pick the wrong one… or take a dose your body can’t absorb.
In this episode, I break down all you need to know about magnesium, what you need to take, and how to decode supplement labels and avoid wasting your money.
Things You’ll Learn In This Episode
The power of magnesium
Magnesium is an inexpensive and gentle supplement that packs a punch in health and wellness. What makes it so great?
Many types of magnesium
Choosing the right form of magnesium matters as much as what you’re taking it for. How do you find the right magnesium for your health concern?
How to know if you’re low on magnesium
Many Americans are magnesium deficient, and they don’t even know it. What signs should you be on the lookout for?
How to find your dosage sweet spot
Dosage is key to getting the benefits of magnesium. What are the telltale signs you’re taking too much or too little?