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Biohacking Weekly 50: Why Midlife May Be Your Brain’s True Golden Era

In this edition of Biohacking Weekly:

1. The role of magnesium in cancer prevention
2. The heartbeat economy of exercise
3. Data that redefines ‘full-time’ work
4. Why your brain peaks at 55
5. UV light turns off allergy triggers

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Biohacking Weekly 32: The Overlooked Nutrient for Metabolic Health

In this edition of Biohacking Weekly:

1. Scientists link walnuts to powerful anti-Inflammatory effects
2. The real key to aging gracefully
3. Magnesium linked to lower risk of metabolic syndrome
4. Sauna sessions for longevity? Bryan Johnson breaks it down

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Magnesium Glycinate

Magnesium Glycinate: One Optimized Form of an Essential Mineral

Magnesium is a vital mineral involved in over 600 enzymatic reactions in the human body. However, many adults fail to get sufficient magnesium from diet alone. Supplementation can help correct deficiencies, but choosing the right form is crucial for proper...

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Magnesium Deficiency and Sleep

Magnesium Deficiency and Sleep

Magnesium may also be the key to unlocking deep, restorative sleep.

Insomnia, restlessness or night craps getting in the way of your sleep? These are signs of a magnesium deficiency.


Chronic stress, busy schedules, and excessive screen time before bed, millions of Australians struggle to get quality shut-eye. However, research continues to support the idea of a simple solution: getting enough of the essential mineral magnesium.


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Magnesium Deficiency and Stress

Magnesium Deficiency and Stress

The most frequent stress-related complaints are also prevalent in a magnesium deficient person:

  • Fatigue or  Tiredness
  • anger or Irritability
  • neervousness or Mild anxiety
  • Lack of energy or Muscle weakness
  • Upset stomach or Gastrointestinal spasms
  • Muscle tension or cramps
  • Headache

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Magnesium, Insulin Resistance, Prediabetes and Diabetes

It takes 10-15 years or prediabetes before clinical Type 2 diabetes is typically diagnosed. That is to say, it takes years of overconsumption of simple carbs, processed foods combined with a high stress (sympathetic-dominant) lifestyle. It's a long process with plenty of time to intervene using something as simple as 410mg of magnesium a day, before the body (and mind) break down irreversibly.

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impact of magnesium on bone health

Magnesium is an Investment in Long Term Bone Health

Around 60% of your body’s magnesium is stored in bones, acting as a hidden reserve for times when your body needs it most. This makes getting enough magnesium essential to maintaining strong, dense bones. Here’s why adequate magnesium intake magnesium intake is so important for lifelong bone health.

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dr rhonda patrick's in depth look at magnesium

Dr Rhonda Patrick's in Depth Look at Magnesium

Adequate magnesium intake is essential for maintaining healthy vitamin D levels, supporting over 300 enzymatic reactions, and preventing a range of health issues, yet nearly half of the population does not meet the recommended daily allowance and many are in need of replenishment therapy.

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first symptom of magnesium deficiency

The First Symptom of Magnesium Deficiency

The first sign of magnesium deficiency is neuromuscular hyperexcitability like involuntary twitching of muscles, such as under the eye or on the arm. Learn more about the signs of magnesium deficiency and how to combat it with dietary sources and supplements.

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