Melatonin use in children: Is a sleep aid supplement safe?

Melatonin is a hormone naturally produced in the brain that's linked to your body's sleep and wake cycle. The natural release of melatonin is stimulated by darkness and suppressed by daylight. It's also available as a supplement that you can take as a pill or chewable gummy.   As a supplement, a small dose can trigger your body to produce melatonin that makes you feel sleepy and helps you fall asleep.  More people are asking their…
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