Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
Magnesium is one of the most talked-about supplements for sleep, stress, muscle relaxation and healthy aging — but with so many different forms on the market, it’s no wonder people are confused.
In this episode, I’m joined by neuroscientist and founder of supplements company NMN Bio, Dr Elena Seranova, who explains which types of magnesium actually work and the key benefits and which ones may be a waste of money.
#healthyaging #magnesium
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I’m Clare Johnston — a journalist in my 50s on a mission to share the best information and advice on how to age well, look and feel great for longer.
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🕒 Chapters
00:00 – Overview & Intro
02:10 Organic vs Inorganic Magnesium Explained
06:30 How we know magnesium is working
10:03 Best forms of magnesium to take and benefits
18:24 Dosing & factors that affect it
27:47 Supplement safety and taking too much
30:00 Multi-layered approach to healthy aging
34:01 – NMN, NAD & Longevity: Where the Evidence Stands
As always, this is not medical advice. Please speak to your healthcare professional before starting any new supplement.
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SUPPORTING RESEARCH
Magnesium and skeletal muscle health, neuromuscular utility of magnesium: mdpi.com/1422-0067/25/20/11220
Magnesium glycinate and brain health/insomnia: dovepress.com/magnesium-bisglycinate-supplementation-in-healthy-adults-reporting--peer-reviewed-fulltext-article-NSS
Magnesium and muscle health, recovery: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38970118
Magnesium guide by NMN Bio: nmnbio.co.uk/blogs/news/magnesium-bisglycinate-the-complete-guide-to-benefits-dosage-and-research
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Magnesium is one of the most talked-about supplements for sleep, stress, muscle relaxation and healthy aging — but with so many different forms on the market, it’s no wonder people are confused.
In this episode, I’m joined by neuroscientist and founder of supplements company NMN Bio, Dr Elena Seranova, who explains which types of magnesium actually work and the key benefits and which ones may be a waste of money.
#healthyaging #magnesium
Save 10% on NMN Bio products with code HONEST → go.shopmy.us/p-23197219
HEALTHY AGING TOOLS & SUPPLEMENTS I USE → shopmy.us/collections/408665
🛍️ Shop & Save on More Recommended Products
MY SKINCARE ROUTINE → shopmy.us/collections/243245
MY STYLE PICKS → shopmy.us/TheHonestChannel/my-style
BROWSE MY FULL SKIN, HEALTH & STYLE RECOMMENDATIONS shopmy.us/shop/TheHonestChannel
(I use affiliate links which means I earn a small commission on purchases made through my links but I will ALWAYS be HONEST about it).
About Me
I’m Clare Johnston — a journalist in my 50s on a mission to share the best information and advice on how to age well, look and feel great for longer.
🎥 Watch more interviews with healthy aging experts → youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwJwOmOzK8TCwbZ85PaWLkP5MJPsZggx9
🕒 Chapters
00:00 – Overview & Intro
02:10 Organic vs Inorganic Magnesium Explained
06:30 How we know magnesium is working
10:03 Best forms of magnesium to take and benefits
18:24 Dosing & factors that affect it
27:47 Supplement safety and taking too much
30:00 Multi-layered approach to healthy aging
34:01 – NMN, NAD & Longevity: Where the Evidence Stands
As always, this is not medical advice. Please speak to your healthcare professional before starting any new supplement.
✅ Subscribe & Join
Subscribe for new weekly episodes → youtube.com/thehonestchannel
Join The Honest Channel for perks and extra content → youtube.com/channel/UC4qU47VfUwFLDzolJEczYCA/join
📖 Read More
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SUPPORTING RESEARCH
Magnesium and skeletal muscle health, neuromuscular utility of magnesium: mdpi.com/1422-0067/25/20/11220
Magnesium glycinate and brain health/insomnia: dovepress.com/magnesium-bisglycinate-supplementation-in-healthy-adults-reporting--peer-reviewed-fulltext-article-NSS
Magnesium and muscle health, recovery: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38970118
Magnesium guide by NMN Bio: nmnbio.co.uk/blogs/news/magnesium-bisglycinate-the-complete-guide-to-benefits-dosage-and-research
Connect with me on social media:
instagram.com/honestclare
tiktok.com/@honestchannel
facebook.com/honestclare
Disclaimer: All content on this channel is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice and should not be treated as a substitute for medical advice.
