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The Wellness Edit / Why Magnesium-Rich Foods Are the Ultimate Wellness Hack

Why Magnesium-Rich Foods Are the Ultimate Wellness Hack

Why Magnesium-Rich Foods Are the Ultimate Wellness Hack

Let’s talk about magnesium — one of those quiet-but-crucial minerals your body loves. Often called nature’s chill pill, magnesium helps support everything from muscle and nerve function to energy production, mood regulation, and sleep quality. In short: if your stress levels are high or your sleep feels off, it might be time to look at your magnesium intake.

You can find this powerhouse mineral in everyday foods like leafy greens (spinach, kale), avocados, almonds, pumpkin seeds, black beans, and dark chocolate — yes, that post-dinner square actually is doing something good for you. Magnesium works by helping your body relax on a cellular level, easing tension in the muscles and calming the nervous system. 

If you’re looking to boost your magnesium intake through products, there are plenty of great options:

  • Moon Juice Magnesi-Om: A tasty powder that combines magnesium and L-theanine for stress support and better sleep.

  • Nécessaire The Body Lotion with Niacinamide: Features magnesium to help restore and strengthen your skin barrier.

  • Calm Magnesium Citrate Drink Mix: A go-to for winding down in the evening.

  • Eight Greens Skin Supplement: Helps support energy and skin clarity with magnesium-rich greens.

 

Whether you’re sipping it, slathering it, or snacking on it, magnesium-rich foods and products are a simple, science-backed way to feel calmer, sleep deeper, and glow brighter — inside and out.

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