From magnesium myths to bean debates, this week’s trending stories are all about making smarter choices for your body.

1. No, magnesium isn't addictive 💊

Ever since magnesium supplements exploded in popularity, that's all everyone talks about on social media. But recently, we saw some Reddit users say that they're concerned about magnesium being addictive, because they can no longer sleep without it.

Doctors say magnesium isn't addictive in the way that caffeine or certain controlled substances can be . You won't go through withdrawals if you stop taking the supplement. If you feel like you're dependent on the supplement, you probably had a magnesium deficiency , which is relatively common among U.S. adults. You can also opt for getting magnesium from whole food sources, such as le

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