A small study has found a link between childhood abuse and sleep problems, including the inability to fall asleep and poor sleep quality. Researchers think that this primary insomnia may be a result of long-lasting, stressful childhood experiences.
Read moreRecently, the news media has picked up on a study in Current Biology that, supposedly, explains why people get testy after a sleepless... Read more »
A study published in the May 22, 2008 issue of the journal Rheumatology International examined serum levels of selenium, zinc and magnesium... Read more »
If you have high blood pressure, your MD has probably discussed with you sodium, potassium, and calcium as part of your treatment plan;... Read more »
The FDA recently released a report warning consumers that long term (greater than one year) use of Proton Pump Inhibitors leads to risk of... Read more »
Somehow, I ran out of my supply of magnesium tablets and recently made a note to order more. I do take a multi-vitamin with minerals, but... Read more »
One-third of Americans are up in the night worrying about the economy, their money, or their jobs, a new study has found. Read more »
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Nutrition BasicsFats and OilsSome fat is essential for normal body function. Fats can have good or bad effects on health, depending on their... Read more »
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Diet - magnesiumSide EffectsSide effects from increased magnesium intake are not common because the body removes excess amounts. Magnesium excess... Read more »
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Magnesium - bloodNormal Values1.7 to 2.2 mg/dLNote: Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Talk to your doctor about the... Read more »
Magnesium intake tends to drop as people age, doctors say, and these low levels may leave older people vulnerable to such health problems as... Read more »