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221. The Science Of Magnesium

In this episode of Show Me The Science, Professor Luke delves into the intriguing relationship be...

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07.00 19 Jun 2025


221. The Science Of Magnesium



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07.00 19 Jun 2025


In this episode of Show Me The Science, Professor Luke delves into the intriguing relationship between magnesium and sleep, sparked by a listener's request. Is there any truth to the claims that magnesium supplements can help you catch some Zs?

Luke explores the essential role of magnesium in over 300 enzymatic reactions in the body and how it affects processes like DNA replication and energy production. While there are plausible theories suggesting magnesium's potential to aid sleep, the scientific evidence remains unclear.

Join Luke as he navigates the science behind this mineral and its link to your nightly slumber! Zzzzzz....


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