Allison Herries, RDN, is a registered dietitian for a telehealth company. In her role, she provides nutrition education and counseling to help her clients set and reach their personal health goals.

Too much magnesium may cause diarrhea and abdominal cramps. In severe cases, it can lead to difficulty breathing, irregular heartbeat, and death. Severe magnesium toxicity is not all that common.

Okay, it’s official: Magnesium is that girl right now. Wellness influencers are making magnesium mocktails before winding down for bed, or popping an oral magnesium supplement to help chill out. Some ...