Posted 11 September 2024
Pharmacist Scott Gavura has found through a search of the Internet and TikTok videos that magnesium oil applied to the skin is promoted as a sort of panacea to help with sleep, muscle cramps, skin conditions, and “detoxification” even though evidence suggests magnesium isn’t absorbed through the skin.
Reference: Gavura S. Magnesium oil: Not so magical. Science-Based Medicine, July 18, 2024
Similarly, McGill University science communicator Jonathan Jarry has noted claims in Internet videos promoting magnesium supplements as sleep aids are not supported by scientific evidence.
Reference: Jarry J. Magnesium supplements for sleep may not work like a ###dream. Office for Science and Society, Sept 22, 2023
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