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Magnesium is essential for overall well-being, supporting everything from muscle function to better sleep. But when is the best time to take it—on an empty stomach or with food? While both options are possible, taking magnesium with food is generally recommended. It not only improves absorption but also helps prevent digestive side effects like nausea and stomach cramps. Although some people prefer the faster absorption that comes with taking magnesium on an empty stomach, this method carries a higher risk of discomfort. For most, pairing magnesium with a meal ensures a smoother, more effective experience.

Magnesium is also a helpful weapon against migraines and may support the relief of symptoms from anxiety, depression, and insomnia, but different types should be taken at different times.

Maintaining gut health is always a positive idea, but expecting a probiotic product to overhaul gut health is not realistic. Probiotics are widely marketed as a magic bullet for gut health. However, the Stanton Migraine Protocol® takes a different approach, believing that taking probiotics for extended periods is not necessary and might even be a sign of underlying issues. 

Multivitamins are commonly marketed as a seemingly convenient option for daily nutrition. But, many people may not be aware of their actual lack of efficacy. Is it possible that multivitamins may not be as convenient as they seem?

Your health and well-being should also be a focus of your “spring clean.” Here are tips and tricks to help you navigate spring and step into summer.

Nearly 80% of Americans take vitamins and supplements when FDA approval isn't required before new supplements enter the market. This makes third-party testing crucial for safety. ER visits, hospitalizations, and deaths have been linked to tainted vitamins.