Dietitians share their favorite magnesium-rich snacks to eat before bed for optimal sleep.

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8 magnesium-rich snacks for promoting a good nights sleep

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Trail Mix

Our panel of dietitians all raved about the benefits of nuts and seeds for promoting healthy sleep.

No time to whip up your own?Try this one from Shar.

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registered dietitian, host of theHappy Eating Podcast,and author ofCatherine Perezregistered dietitian and founder of Plant Based RDLauren CadillacMorgan PorporaNathalie Rhoneregistered dietitian and functional medicine nutritionist

Avocado Toast

Good news: Our belovedavocado toast is actually a perfect magnesium-packed nighttime snack.

Check out Rhonescoconut chia seed pudding recipefor inspiration.

Learn more about the benefits of chia seeds according to an herbalist:

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Roasted Chickpeas

Love a crunchy snack to munch on while watching TV or reading before bed?

you could also make them yourself withthis three-ingredient recipe.

Whole-Grain Cereal and Milk

Cereal and milk really is the perfect nighttime snack.

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Otherwise, have at it!

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