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Is magnesium safe for sleep to take every day?

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Dr. Randy Baker answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

YES!: Magnesium is an essential nutrient and we need it every day. It is safe ; non-toxic. If you take too much (esp. A poorly absorbed form) it can cause loose stools. The only potential hazard is in those with kidney failure, who are at risk of toxicity. Otherwise it is perfectly safe to take every day. See http://bit.Ly/1dpai09.

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Answered 6/19/2018

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