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The Benefits of Magnesium for Sleep and Wakefulness
1:14:05 - 1:19:02 (04:57)
Certain forms of magnesium can increase neurotransmitters like GABA, which can help with falling asleep and staying asleep. Magnesium threonate is associated with transporters in the body that can bring more of it into cells, promoting drowsiness and aiding in restful sleep.
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The biology of falling and staying asleep is related to the adenosine system, while the biology of wakefulness is related to stimulants like caffeine and prescription stimulants designed for narcolepsy.
1:14:05 - 1:16:58 (02:53)
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The biology of falling and staying asleep is related to the adenosine system, while the biology of wakefulness is related to stimulants like caffeine and prescription stimulants designed for narcolepsy. Changes in medication can significantly alter sleep behavior.
ChapterThe Benefits of Magnesium for Sleep and Wakefulness
EpisodeMaster Your Sleep & Be More Alert When Awake
PodcastHuberman Lab
Certain forms of magnesium can aid sleep by increasing neurotransmitters like GABA, while magnesium threonate is linked to transporters in the body that induce drowsiness.
1:16:58 - 1:19:02 (02:04)
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Certain forms of magnesium can aid sleep by increasing neurotransmitters like GABA, while magnesium threonate is linked to transporters in the body that induce drowsiness. Theanine is also useful for inducing relaxation and is now being added to energy drinks to counteract the jittery effects of caffeine.