Do you need to worry about lead in your favorite protein powder? Are raw oysters really safer in months with an “R”? These questions—and a few more about magnesium—topped this week’s trending health topics. Here’s a quick pulse check on what you might have missed.

1. Pair magnesium with potassium for better results 💞

Mixing supplements and medications can sometimes be risky, but some nutrients actually work better as a team. Magnesium and potassium are a perfect example .

Potassium helps your heart, brain, and nerves function properly. Magnesium, in turn, helps regulate how much potassium your cells hold onto. If you’re low in one, you may end up low in the other.

The best way to get both nutrients is through food—bananas for potassium, nuts and seeds for magnesium . But if you

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