There are few people who, at least once in their life, have not been affected by sleep disorders, whether occasional or chronic. And regardless of age: imagine that in 2022, the INSV (National Institute of Sleep and Vigilance) devoted its annual survey to the sleep of children aged 6 months to 10 years and their parents .
We're not exaggerating when we say that poor sleep quality translates into poor quality of life. But fortunately, there are many solutions out there!
If we have already mentioned our tips for sleeping better , today we are talking about the benefits of magnesium on sleep. Yes, because this mineral, which we appreciate so much at Pure Lab Nutrition, is known as the king of minerals for sleep disorders!
What is the link between magnesium and sleep?
Nowadays, a magnesium deficiency is increasingly recurrent and can be accompanied by sleep disorders.
Indeed, among its many functions, magnesium plays an important role in maintaining proper electrical activity in the brain, by regulating the glutamate/GABA balance. Glutamate is an excitatory neurotransmitter of the central nervous system, while GABA is an inhibitory neurotransmitter.
Magnesium enhances the inhibitory/calming effect of GABA and counteracts the excitatory effect of glutamate. This dual action results in an overall relaxing effect on the central nervous system, making magnesium useful in mild states of stress and sleep disorders.
This is why this precious mineral has a muscle-relaxing and deep sleep-inducing effect.
Taking magnesium also contributes to normal psychological functions and to reducing fatigue.
The effects of magnesium on sleep
This mineral with countless properties, detailed in our complete guide on magnesium , promotes the adaptation of cells to the circadian rhythm (day-night). Thus, it stimulates our body to better synchronize with the time predisposed to nighttime rest.
But how does it work? Let’s take a closer look!
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Magnesium and melatonin
Melatonin, a hormone well known to all insomniacs, plays a major role in sleep-wake balance.
It is synthesized by the pineal gland or epiphysis, which over time calcifies and clogs, gradually losing its functions. Magnesium ensures the cleaning of the epiphysis, limiting the absorption of fluoride in our cells, which is one of the causes of its calcification.
Result? Greater production of melatonin and therefore quality sleep.
Magnesium and stress
Magnesium is associated with the normal functioning of the nervous system and by extension with stress.
As proof, people subjected to high levels of stress tend to have a greater magnesium deficiency.
Magnesium and calcium
Calcium is arguably the mineral best known for its effects on bones, but did you know it's also a natural tranquilizer?
Able to combat sleep difficulties, nervousness and stress, it stabilizes emotions, reduces aggressiveness, helps overcome fear. In addition, calcium is linked to our sleep cycles: it facilitates entry into the REM phase, the deeper and more restorative one.
And that's not all: calcium is crucial for the production of tryptophan. This amino acid participates in the synthesis of melatonin, which, as we have just seen, is essential for inducing sleep.
In short, calcium is important for a peaceful night's sleep.
And who helps it to be better assimilated by our body? By its teammate, magnesium: here is another way for our star of the day to influence our sleep!
Take a magnesium supplement to sleep well
Since our diet is not sufficient to guarantee us a correct intake of magnesium, it is advisable to take magnesium supplements.
But which magnesium is best for sleep?
Our Multi Magnesium formula contains bioactive vitamin B6, as magnesium, vitamin b6, taurine and vitamin D work synergistically to boost their properties.
Vitamin B6 is magnesium's faithful ally in helping us sleep soundly: it participates in the synthesis of serotonin, the happiness hormone, which influences, among other things, the sleep-wake cycle.
Taurine (vegan) improves the penetration of magnesium into cells.
Vitamin D ensures that magnesium stays in the body longer.
Our magnesium, like a gentle lullaby, will accompany you into the arms of Morpheus, relaxing your body and mind and chasing away bad thoughts!
In conclusion, whether directly or indirectly, magnesium is essential to ensure quality sleep, with cascading repercussions on our well-being.
