{"id":192977,"date":"2026-08-19T12:47:59","date_gmt":"2026-08-19T07:17:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/?p=192977"},"modified":"2026-08-19T21:59:41","modified_gmt":"2026-08-19T16:29:41","slug":"magnesium-l-threonate-for-brain-health-benefits-dosage-what-science-says","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/magnesium-l-threonate-for-brain-health-benefits-dosage-what-science-says\/","title":{"rendered":"Magnesium L-Threonate for Brain Health: Benefits, Dosage &amp; What Science Says"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-192978 size-full\" title=\"Magnesium L-Threonate for Brain Health: Benefits, Dosage &amp; What Science Says \" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Mg-L-Th.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"861\" height=\"570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Mg-L-Th.png 861w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Mg-L-Th-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Mg-L-Th-768x508.png 768w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Mg-L-Th-150x99.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 861px) 100vw, 861px\" \/><br \/>\nMagnesium is an important mineral that is involved in many processes in the human body, including nerve and muscle function, energy production, and the stabilization of blood sugar levels. A few years ago, magnesium L-threonate began to be considered for another reason: its potential influence on brain function.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Unlike regular magnesium supplements, magnesium L-threonate is being presented as a compound that has the ability to elevate the magnesium level in the brain. This has led to many claims about improved memory, sharper thinking, better sleep, and protection against cognitive decline that comes with aging.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">However, the question arises as to whether the studies are really convincing. And what dose of the compound has been tested on human subjects?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What Is Magnesium L-threonate?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-108558 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/9358.jpg\" alt=\"magnesium\" width=\"1000\" height=\"668\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/9358.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/9358-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/9358-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/9358-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><br \/>\nMagnesium L-threonate is a combination of magnesium and L-threonic acid, which is a byproduct of vitamin C. The reasoning behind the creation of this particular magnesium formulation was that it would be more efficient at raising magnesium levels in the brain than other magnesium supplements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The research done on animals has shown that magnesium L-threonate indeed had an effect on increasing magnesium in the brain, but discoveries made on animals cannot be used in the context of humans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">At the moment, human research is slowly beginning to shed some light on the current situation, although the amount of research is still insufficient compared to the amount of interest in this supplement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/magnesium-supplement-benefits-why-you-need-and-which-form-actually-works\/\"><em><strong>Wondering if you need a magnesium supplement? Discover its potential benefits and learn which form may work best for your needs.<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>What Is The Effect Of Magnesium L-Threonate On The Brain?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-159946 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/shutterstock_2229460275.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/shutterstock_2229460275.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/shutterstock_2229460275-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/shutterstock_2229460275-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/shutterstock_2229460275-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><br \/>\nMagnesium plays a significant role in the usual functioning of the nervous system. It is involved in nerve impulse transmission, synaptic function, learning, and memory.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u200bMagnesium L-threonate is thought to be advantageous in that it increases the availability of magnesium in the brain. Researchers theorized that increasing magnesium levels in the brain could have an impact on synaptic plasticity\u2014the capacity for synapses to change or strengthen in response to learning.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u200bThis idea is interesting because synaptic plasticity is considered to be important in memory formation and cognition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u200bHowever, it is important to differentiate between a hypothetical mechanism and a validated health outcome. A supplement may affect biological pathways, but it is not a surefire way to improve memory or prevent dementia.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>\u200bPossible benefits of magnesium L-threonate for the brain \u200b<br \/>\n<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-186359 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2544.jpg\" alt=\"Magnesium\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2544.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2544-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2544-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2544-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2544-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/span><b>1. May support memory<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 400\">One of the most studied possible positive effects of magnesium L-threonate is memory.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In a double-blind, placebo-controlled study in China in 2022, 109 healthy adults (aged 18-65 years) were tested with a formula containing magnesium L-threonate, phosphatidylserine, and vitamins C and D. In a clinical test of memory, subjects taking 2 grams a day did better than placebo subjects after one month.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u200bNevertheless, since the tested product consisted of several components, the results cannot be proof that magnesium L-threonate was responsible on its own.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>\u200b2. May improve overall cognitive performance<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Magnesium L-threonate may support cognitive function by improving sleep and daytime well-being. In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, 80 adults aged 35\u201355 with sleep problems took <\/span><b>1 g of magnesium L-threonate daily for 21 days<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Compared with placebo, the MgT group showed improvements in <\/span><b>deep and REM sleep, daytime energy, productivity, mood, and mental alertness<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. The supplement was also well tolerated. While promising, the study was small and short-term, so longer research is needed to confirm these benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. May Support Sleep-related Outcomes<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Another interesting aspect of magnesium L-threonate is the relationship between sleep, memory, and cognition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u200bParticipants showed greater improvement in sleep-related difficulties than the placebo group, according to the trial in 2026. However, objective sleep-tracking data did not show significant differences in several measures of sleep quality.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Therefore, magnesium L-threonate may help some people feel less affected by sleep problems, but there is not yet enough evidence to call it a proven sleep supplement.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>\u200b4. May influence stress-related physiological markers\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u200bIn the same study from 2026, a decrease in resting heart rate and an increase in heart rate variability were observed among participants taking magnesium L-threonate. Such outcomes might mean that the participants had better autonomic balance; however, it does not mean that magnesium L-threonate can cure anxiety and chronic stress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">More studies are required to determine whether these changes bring any long-term health benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What does the evidence actually show?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The evidence surrounding magnesium L-threonate appears to be promising overall.\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some trials that involve humans have shown that magnesium L-threonate helps improve memory and cognition. The latest RCT(randomized controlled trial ) lends support to its potential benefits in cognition, working memory, and episodic memory.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">However, the number of clinical studies is rather small. Trials have also varied in terms of participants, dosage, formulation, and tests used.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The existing reviews of magnesium and health show that there is a lot of uncertainty. They only reviewed a small number of RCTs that examined magnesium supplementation and cognition. One RCT involving magnesium L-threonate showed significant cognitive effects, but it had serious limitations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Therefore, at this stage, magnesium L-threonate should not be called an effective treatment for memory decline diseases and age-related memory impairment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What Is the Magnesium L-threonate Dosage?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-173100 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1391.jpg\" alt=\"What to take with magnesium supplements\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1391.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1391-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1391-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1391-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><br \/>\nMagnesium L-threonate is mostly administered in a dose of 2 grams per day in various studies concerned with cognitive processes. In a trial performed in 2026, the participants were treated with 2 grams of magnesium L-threonate a day, which was divided into two 1-gram doses: one during the day and one two hours before going to bed. This made up 145 mg of magnesium daily.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It is crucial to note an important thing: while magnesium is supposed to be taken in the amount of 2 grams per day, it does not mean strictly 2 grams of elemental magnesium.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Whenever considering various supplements, check the product label to find the exact magnesium level in the supplement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Currently, there is no single accepted dose of magnesium L-threonate for enhancement of memory or prevention of cognitive decline.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Is Magnesium L-threonate Safe For Consumption?<\/b><b><\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-154447 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/360.jpg\" alt=\"magnesium\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/360.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/360-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/360-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/360-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u200bMagnesium L-threonate has been generally well-tolerated in available clinical studies.\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">However, excessive magnesium from supplements may cause <\/span><b>diarrhoea, nausea, and abdominal cramps<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For Indians, the <\/span><b>ICMR\u2013NIN 2023 recommendations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> suggest a daily magnesium intake of <\/span><b>440 mg for adult men and 370 mg for adult women<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, including magnesium obtained from the diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Who Should Be Cautious?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u200b<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-181060 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/17818.jpg\" alt=\"doctor\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/17818.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/17818-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/17818-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/17818-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/17818-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><br \/>\nAnyone suffering from renal issues has to consult with a doctor about magnesium supplements because the kidneys play a role in the excretion of magnesium from the body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u200bMagnesium can additionally interfere with the utilization of certain drugs such as specific antibiotics and bisphosphonates. Certain drugs also affect magnesium levels in the organism.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you are on prescription medications, have kidney issues, or are thinking of taking magnesium for an extended time, consult a healthcare practitioner to learn about magnesium L-threonate.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Magnesium L-threonate vs. Other Magnesium Forms\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-100086 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/2147983150.jpg\" alt=\"magnesium\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/2147983150.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/2147983150-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/2147983150-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/2147983150-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Magnesium is available in many forms; magnesium citrate, glycinate, oxide, and L-threonate are some of them. These forms differ in terms of the amount of magnesium contained in their compounds, their absorption rate, and their usage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Among these magnesium forms, magnesium L-threonate stands out because of its unique qualities in relation to brain development. However, this doesn\u2019t mean that there is no other magnesium form suitable for one\u2019s needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some people may be considering magnesium intake for the purpose of boosting their magnesium levels in the body, which makes them prefer other forms of magnesium due to their dietary needs, tolerance levels, financial opportunities, or medical advice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you want to take magnesium because of specific health benefits, the best magnesium form for you might differ from the most marketed magnesium product.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/10-magnesium-rich-recipes-to-support-better-sleep-mood-and-muscle-recovery-naturally\/\"><em><strong>Looking for more magnesium in your diet? Try these 10 delicious recipes to support better sleep, mood, and muscle recovery naturally.<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>Can Magnesium L-threonate Prevent Dementia?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-59505 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/110252.jpg\" alt=\"dementia\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/110252.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/110252-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/110252-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/110252-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/110252-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Currently, there is insufficient evidence to confirm that magnesium L-threonate helps in preventing Alzheimer&#8217;s disease, dementia, or any other degenerative brain disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Showing better results in short-term cognitive tests cannot be equated to proving protection from dementia. There is a need for long-term studies involving elderly and people at high risk of cognitive decline to know whether magnesium L-threonate has any significant impact on brain ageing or brain diseases.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>In Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-178040 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/309040.jpg\" alt=\"magnesium supplement benefits\" width=\"1000\" height=\"560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/309040.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/309040-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/309040-768x430.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/309040-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><br \/>\nMagnesium L-threonate is a unique type of magnesium with potential positive effects on the brain. Some initial studies show signs of improvement regarding memory, working memory, overall mental performance, and some sleep effects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">However, research remains limited and mostly short-term. The most promising evidence comes from a six-week study, so its long-term effects are still unclear.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For now, magnesium L-threonate should be considered <\/span><b>promising but not a proven memory-enhancing supplement<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. For long-term brain health, focus on a balanced diet, regular physical activity, quality sleep, and managing stress and cardiovascular risk factors.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Q. What is magnesium L-threonate used for?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Magnesium L-threonate is mainly used for studying its possible effects on sleep and cognitive processes such as learning and memory.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Q. Is magnesium L-threonate good for memory?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Initial observations suggest that magnesium L-threonate may be beneficial in improving some aspects of memory, but further studies are needed to confirm these results.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Q. What is the recommended daily dose of magnesium L-threonate?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Around 2 grams of magnesium L-threonate is usually used in clinical studies, but this dosage may not fit everyone&#8217;s needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Q. Does magnesium L-threonate have any effect on sleep?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some studies indicate that magnesium L-threonate may be helpful in enhancing sleep effectiveness, but not in terms of quality of sleep.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Q. Is magnesium L-threonate the most effective form of magnesium for the brain?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Magnesium L-threonate is studied for its brain effects. However, it is still unclear whether it is a superior agent.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Q. Is magnesium L-threonate effective for preventing dementia?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There is currently no solid evidence to support the idea that magnesium L-threonate helps to prevent dementia or Alzheimer\u2019s disease.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Q. What are the side effects of magnesium L-threonate?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It is generally well tolerated, but magnesium supplements may cause digestive symptoms such as diarrhoea, nausea, or stomach cramps.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Q. Who should avoid magnesium L-threonate?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0People with kidney problems or those taking certain medications should consult a healthcare professional before using magnesium L-threonate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><b>(The article is written by<em>\u00a0<\/em><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/editorial-policy-processes\/deepa-sarkar-95\"><b><em>Deepa Sarkar, Senior Medical Writer<\/em><\/b><\/a><b>, and reviewed by<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/editorial-policy-processes\/monalisa-deka-18\">\u00a0Monalisa Deka, Deputy Manager, Clinical Health &amp; Content, Medical Affairs<\/a>)<br \/>\n<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Recommended Reads<\/strong><\/h2>\n<header class=\"entry-header\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/can-magnesium-supplements-for-sleep-really-help-top-doctor-explains-the-truth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Can Magnesium Supplements for Sleep Really Help? 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