a native hydrous magnesium silicate, sometimes with a small amount of aluminum silicate; used as a dusting powder. The inhalation of talc is associated with a wide variety of respiratory disorders.
Factors contributing to poor sleep include vitamin and mineral deficiencies. Magnesium deficiency can cause insomnia; lack of potassium can lead to difficulty staying asleep; and vitamin D deficiency has been linked to excessive daytime sleepiness.
Since B-vitamins can be somewhat activating, it is best to take a multivitamin in the morning or afternoon. Minerals such as calcium and magnesium that serve as natural muscle relaxants can be taken in the evening to ensure a good nightâs sleep. Vitamins as a general rule are best taken with meals.