Melatonin

What is melatonin? It is a hormone that is naturally produced in the body.

It is derived from tryptophan and is primarily known to offer support for the circadian rhythm, also known as your "body clock", hence a best friend to your sleep.

What Is Melatonin Used For?

Melatonin has many health benefits:

Support for the immune system, cognitive health, and cell DNA.
A naturally occurring hormone in your body that comes from the brain's pineal gland.
Helps regulate your body's internal clock (sleep cycle).
Signals when it's time to wind down for the night and when to get up in the morning.

Melatonin Dosage: Low vs High

Melatonin supplements generally range in milligrams from less than 1 to 10. There are also differences in melatonin administration, with immediate- and prolonged-release formulas. These are safe to take at night, but should not be used indefinitely.

Use exogenous melatonin to help jumpstart a regular and restful sleep-wake cycle, not for an extended period.

As with any supplement, you should talk to your doctor or healthcare provider before taking this hormone, and if you continue to have sleep issues. They might be able to help you identify sleep habits that need changing.