Case report of sudden death in a twin infant given melatonin supplementation: a challenging interpretation of postmortem toxicology - Shimomura ET, Briones AJ, Gordon CJ, Warren WS, Jackson GF.
Melatonin (MEL) is a neurohormone in humans produced in a number of locations. Starting with the amino acid tryptophan, MEL is produced through a number of enzymatic steps that includes serotonin as an intermediate compound. The primary production of MEL i... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - October 19, 2019 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Infants and Children Source Type: news
Is Melatonin Safe to Take Every Night?
Americans aren’t sleeping well. Roughly 80% of U.S. adults say they struggle to fall asleep at least one night a week, according to a recent Consumer Reports survey. And research has found that sleep problems are also on the rise among adolescents.
While the causes of America’s sleep woes are up for debate, there’s little disagreement about America’s favorite remedy: Melatonin, by far the country’s most-used sleep aid.
What is Melatonin?
Melatonin is a hormone that plants and animals, including humans, produce naturally. The melatonin sold in over-the-counter pills is synthetic, but chemically...
Source: TIME: Health - October 1, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Markham Heid Tags: Uncategorized anti-oxidants drug safety inflammation medicine melatonin Source Type: news
Phone light may not actually harm sleeping pattern
Light from phone use before going to sleep may not affect the body’s circadian rhythm and production of melatonin as much as previously stated, according to one scientist speaking at the European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology meeting in Vienna, Austria.Telegraph (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - September 23, 2019 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
The importance of melatonin detection in pediatric deaths - Labay LM, Kraner JC, Mock AR, Sozio TJ.
Melatonin is an endogenous hormone that regulates sleep patterns. It is available in varying formulations and dosages and is marketed as a natural substance that can alleviate insomnia. Recent news reports indicate that melatonin has been administered with... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - September 10, 2019 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Infants and Children Source Type: news
Momentous Releases Clean and Safe Sleep Formula for Athletes
New product combines Magtein®, melatonin, and jujube seed extract in a unique formula that helps high performers achieve high-quality sleep and optimize their recovery(PRWeb September 10, 2019)Read the full story at https://www.prweb.com/releases/momentous_releases_clean_and_safe_sleep_formula_for_athletes/prweb16560899.htm (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - September 10, 2019 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Melatonin may help prevent bone loss
Melatonin could help prevent bone loss to astronauts during space flight by stimulating expression of calcitonin and inhibiting osteoclast activation, according to a study published in theJournal of Pineal Research.MedicalXpress (Source: Society for Endocrinology)
Source: Society for Endocrinology - September 5, 2019 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Vitamins for Depression
In trying to cope with the debilitating symptoms of depression, people often turn to vitamins, supplements, herbs, or home remedies first. And it’s no wonder — such efforts to alleviate symptoms are often far less expensive and easier to obtain. For some, it may be a part of their rationalization that their depression “isn’t all that bad,” if it can be treated with vitamins and supplements.
Many people find relief in taking vitamins and supplements for depression. It is also one of the most well-researched topics, so we know what the science has to say about the efficacy of such treatments. Bu...
Source: Psych Central - September 3, 2019 Category: Psychiatry Authors: John M. Grohol, Psy.D. Tags: Depression Diet & Nutrition General Medications Miscellaneous Drugs supplements for depression vitamins for depression Source Type: news
Melatonin: A Biomarker in Children, Adolescents With Migraine? Melatonin: A Biomarker in Children, Adolescents With Migraine?
Could decreased overnight melatonin levels be useful as a predictive marker for next day migraine in children and adolescents?Headache (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - August 19, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Neurology & Neurosurgery Journal Article Source Type: news
Are You an 'Extreme Early Bird'?
In advanced sleep phase, your body clock (circadian rhythm) is on a schedule hours earlier than most other people's. You have premature release of the sleep hormone melatonin and shift in body temperature. (Source: WebMD Health)
Source: WebMD Health - August 16, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Advanced sleepers go to bed early, rise early because of natural body clock
A condition called advanced sleep phase triggers a premature release of the sleep hormone melatonin within the circadian rhythm, the body's internal sleep clock, allowing for an hours earlier natural sleep schedule. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - August 6, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Medical News Today: ADHD supplements: Are they effective?
Research suggests that certain supplements, including melatonin, zinc, and vitamin D, may help treat some of the symptoms of ADHD. Learn more here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - July 29, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: ADHD / ADD Source Type: news
School-Aged Children Commonly Take Melatonin for Sleep Problems School-Aged Children Commonly Take Melatonin for Sleep Problems
School-aged children commonly take melatonin to treat sleep problems, according to findings from the Generation R Study in the Netherlands.Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - July 24, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Pediatrics News Source Type: news
Even Dim Light Is Disrupting Your Body Clock
A small amount of evening light can have a big impact on melatonin levels. (Source: Forbes.com Healthcare News)
Source: Forbes.com Healthcare News - May 28, 2019 Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: JV Chamary, Contributor Source Type: news
Even Dim Light Disrupts Your Body Clock
A small amount of evening light can have a big impact on sleep by lowering melatonin levels. (Source: Forbes.com Healthcare News)
Source: Forbes.com Healthcare News - May 28, 2019 Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: JV Chamary, Contributor Source Type: news
Living With Cancer: Sleeping With Cancer
Ten years after diagnosis, could I finally dispense with chemical sleeping aids? (Source: NYT Health)
Source: NYT Health - May 16, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: SUSAN GUBAR Tags: Sleep Insomnia Ambien (Drug) Marijuana Cancer Melatonin (Hormone) Source Type: news
