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Dietary Supplements

Evidence-based articles and explainers related to Dietary Supplements.

Articles tagged with “Dietary Supplements”

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Disease & Prevention Evidence Brief Evidence: Limited

How Much Magnesium Should You Take for Sleep?

Magnesium is widely promoted as a sleep supplement, but there is no scientifically established dose that works best for insomnia. Recent trials provide some useful clues about how much has actually been tested.

Practical Health Science Editorial Team 9 min read Sep 22, 2026
Nutrition & Supplements Evidence Brief Evidence: Limited

Does Creatine Improve Brain Function?

Creatine may improve certain aspects of memory and cognitive performance, particularly when the brain is under metabolic stress. But evidence in healthy, well-rested adults remains inconsistent, and creatine is not yet a proven general cognitive enhancer.

Practical Health Science Editorial Team 8 min read Sep 3, 2026
Nutrition & Supplements Evidence Brief Evidence: Limited

Does Magnesium Actually Help You Sleep?

Magnesium may modestly improve some sleep symptoms in some people, but the overall evidence remains inconsistent and low-certainty. Here is what the latest randomized trials and systematic reviews actually show.

Practical Health Science Editorial Team 7 min read Sep 2, 2026