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Magnesium supplementation improves sleep quality in adults with type 2 diabetes

In a cross-sectional survey of 132 participants from a randomized, double-blind clinical trial on magnesium supplementation in type 2 diabetes, over half reported symptom improvements including in sleep quality. Satisfaction was high, with 75% willing to join future trials and 87.88% would recommend participation.

Last updated: Jul 7, 2026•0 RCTs•📖 Read as article →

Evidence Score

Evidence Score32/100
Human RCT☆☆☆☆☆
Meta-analysis☆☆☆☆☆
Mechanism★★★★★
Safety★★★★☆
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Study Evidence

Study 1. Assessment of Participant Satisfaction and Overall Experience: A Cross-Sectional Survey to Inform Trial Conduct.

observational

Al-Maqbali JS, Al Alawi AM, Al-Zakwani I, Al Za'abi M · Patient preference and adherence (2026)

Participants: N/A
Duration: N/A
Intervention: Magnesium supplementation (specific dose not reported in abstract)
Outcome: Sleep quality, muscle cramps, energy, overall satisfaction, willingness to participate in future trials
Effect Size: N/A
Population: Participants with type 2 diabetes from a randomized, double-blind clinical trial

Result:

PubMed: 41847243DOI: 10.2147/PPA.S589554

Mechanism Graph

Magnesium supplementation may improve sleep quality
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Reduction in muscle cramps and improved energy levels reported
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Perceived health benefits contribute to overall satisfaction
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Result: Over half of participants reported symptom improvements including sleep quality

Limitations

  • ⚠Cross-sectional survey design limits causal inference
  • ⚠Response rate of 58.15% may introduce non-response bias
  • ⚠No significant association found between satisfaction and symptom improvement

Frequently Asked Questions

Did magnesium supplementation improve sleep quality in this study?▼

Yes, over half of participants reported symptom improvements, including in sleep quality, based on self-report in a post-trial survey.

What was the response rate for the survey?▼

The response rate was 58.15%, with 132 out of 227 contacted participants completing the survey.

How satisfied were participants with the clinical trial experience?▼

Satisfaction scores were consistently positive, especially for staff professionalism, respect for time, and informed consent clarity. 75% were willing to join future trials.

Was there a link between satisfaction and symptom improvement?▼

No significant association was found between satisfaction and symptom improvement in this study.

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References

  1. 1.Al-Maqbali JS, Al Alawi AM, Al-Zakwani I, Al Za'abi M. "Assessment of Participant Satisfaction and Overall Experience: A Cross-Sectional Survey to Inform Trial Conduct.." Patient preference and adherence, 2026. PMID: 41847243 DOI: 10.2147/PPA.S589554
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