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Daily Dietitian Podcast
Stacy Mitchell, RDN, LD, CPT
233. Magnesium, Melatonin & Sleep: Helpful or Just Hype?
SEP 11, 202614 MIN
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Description
Magnesium gummies, sleepy girl mocktails, melatonin supplements—there are plenty of products promising a better night’s sleep.
But do they actually work?
In this episode, we’re breaking down magnesium and melatonin, what the research says, and whether deserves a spot in your nighttime routine.
3 things you’ll learn:
How magnesium and melatonin work differently in the body
What the research actually says about their effectiveness for sleep
When a supplement may be helpful—and what to consider before taking one

