Top 15 Foods with Magnesium to Eat For Sleep
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Avocados: Half an avocado provides around 58 mg of magnesium, which is 14% of the DV. britannica.com
Avocados
Nuts and seeds: Brazil nuts are at the top of the list, with a single nut providing 80 mg of magnesium (19% DV). Almonds, cashews, chia seeds, and flaxseeds are also good sources.
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Brazil nuts
Legumes: Beans, lentils, and chickpeas are all good sources of magnesium. For example, a cup of cooked black beans provides about 120 mg of magnesium, or 29% of the DV. Opens in a new window
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Chickpeas
Tofu and tempeh: These soy-based foods are a good source of magnesium for vegetarians and vegans. A half-cup serving of tofu provides around 80 mg of magnesium, or 19% of the DV.
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Tempeh
Whole grains: Whole grains like brown rice, quinoa, and oats are good sources of magnesium. A cup of cooked quinoa provides about 80 mg of magnesium, or 19% of the DV.
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Brown rice
Fatty fish: Salmon, mackerel, and tuna are all good sources of magnesium. A 3-ounce serving of cooked salmon provides about 53 mg of magnesium, or 13% of the DV.
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Mackerel
Bananas: A large banana provides about 37 mg of magnesium, or 9% of the DV. www.bbcgoodfood.com
Bananas
Leafy greens: Leafy greens like spinach, kale, and collard greens are a good source of magnesium. A cup of cooked spinach provides about 158 mg of magnesium, or 38% of the DV.
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Collard greens
Sweet potatoes: A medium sweet potato provides about 40 mg of magnesium, or 10% of the DV. wikipedia.org
Sweet potatoes
Edamame: Edamame is a good source of plant-based protein and magnesium. A cup of cooked edamame provides about 80 mg of magnesium, or 19% of the DV. eatingbirdfood.com
Edamame
Greek yogurt: Greek yogurt is a good source of protein and magnesium. A cup of plain Greek yogurt provides about 39 mg of magnesium, or 9% of the DV. bjs.com
Greek yogurt
Broccoli: A cup of cooked broccoli provides about 31 mg of magnesium, or 7% of the DV. wikipedia.org
Broccoli
Peas: A cup of cooked peas provides about 39 mg of magnesium, or 9% of the DV. wikipedia.org
Peas
Seaweed: Seaweed is a good source of magnesium and iodine. A one-ounce serving of dried seaweed provides about 126 mg of magnesium, or 30% of the DV. www.treehugger.com
Seaweed