Magnesium: A True Chill Pill

If you’re running ragged, buzzing with tension, or staring down the ceiling at 3 a.m., your body may be running low on magnesium—an unsung mineral that helps regulate the stress response. It supports muscle relaxation, brain function, sleep, mood, and cortisol balance. Low levels have been linked to anxiety, fatigue, and hormone imbalance. Magnesium also aids memory, energy production, and heart health. Most adults need 310 to 420 milligrams a day, but few get close. Want to calm the storm raging inside? Start with more leafy greens, legumes, nuts, and a second look at magnesium. Sleep tight, kids.

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