Magnesium may improve sleep quality
Many older adults suffer from sleep disorders due to several factors including [28] a deficiency in some nutrients. Magnesium can boost your chances of having a good night’s rest and it reduces your risk of sleep disorders like insomnia.
Studies show [29] that magnesium supplements are highly effective in improving sleep efficiency. They increase sleep duration and reduce the chances of you waking up too early. Magnesium does this by regulating certain neurotransmitters [30] in your brain that often keep you awake.