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Do You Have Trouble Sleeping at Night?

If you’re an older adult, then there’s a fifty percent chance you have insomnia.

Fortunately, there is evidence magnesium can help you get better sleep.



So if you have trouble sleeping at night, then consider adding a magnesium supplement to your evening routine.

P.S. A 2009 report called "Effects of trace element nutrition on sleep patterns in adult women” found both calcium and magnesium taken together were effective for sleep problems.

"A lack of the nutrients calcium and magnesium will cause you to wake up after a few hours and not be able to return to sleep." - Dr. James F. Balch, M.D.


A diet high in magnesium has been associated with a deeper, uninterrupted sleep. These foods include dark leafy greens, seeds and nuts (pumpkin, almond, sunflower), fish (mackerel, wild salmon, halibut, and tuna), avocados, bananas, and dark chocolate.

Note: One of the main symptoms of magnesium deficiency is insomnia.