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ZMA

ZMA stands for zinc, magnesium, and aspartate. ZMA is an easy way to supplement these two minerals and vitamin B6.

Our evidence-based analysis on zma features 2 unique references to scientific papers.

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Research Breakdown on ZMA

References

  1. Ebben M, Lequerica A, Spielman A. Effects of pyridoxine on dreaming: a preliminary study. Percept Mot Skills. (2002)
  2. De Souza MC, et al. A synergistic effect of a daily supplement for 1 month of 200 mg magnesium plus 50 mg vitamin B6 for the relief of anxiety-related premenstrual symptoms: a randomized, double-blind, crossover study. J Womens Health Gend Based Med. (2000)

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