It contains melatonin, a neurohormone with a role in correcting sleep disorders.

Melatonin is a hormone derived from serotonin - the "hormone of happiness" - and has a role in regulating the circadian rhythm (process of variation of physiological functions that occur daily in the body) (2). Melatonin, also known as the "hormone of darkness", has an important role in initiating and maintaining sleep. This is produced in the body under the stimulation of darkness, during the synthesis process.
 

HOW MELATONIN WORKS AND WHAT PROPERTIES IT HAS

Melatonin has several beneficial effects on the body. During rest, this prevents the energy hormones from being active so that the body's resources can regenerate. Also, between 2:00 and 4:00 in the morning, melatonin supports the reduction of the body's internal temperature, as a result of the reduced blood circulation in its extremities. Furthermore:

• it has an antioxidant character: it supports the cell structure against the action of free radicals and various disruptive factors;
• supports the good functioning of the endocrine system: melatonin provides support in the release of female sex hormones, in the initiation of the menstrual cycle and the onset of menopause;
• supports the good functioning of the immune system.

 

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THERE IS NO BALANCED LEVEL OF MELATONIN IN THE BODY

When there are imbalances in our body regarding the presence of melatonin, certain signs appear.

First of all, in the absence of a balanced level of the "hormone of darkness", sleep disorders occur: it is harder to fall asleep and the sleep is not restful. For example, if after we sit down in bed or during the night we expose ourselves to light - such as that produced by the television - and the level of melatonin decreases, it will be harder for us to fall asleep and we will feel tired. If, on the contrary, we do not have enough light during the day, the release of melatonin is favored, which will cause us to feel sleepy.



 

HOW TO USE MELATONIN

Melatonin is used in the form of supplements, in doses of 0.5-10 milligrams. If you want it to provide support in case of difficulty falling asleep, it is good that the first dose is 0.5 mg and then, if needed and depending on the results, we can increase the dose. The action of melatonin is not dependent on the dose used, so a higher dose does not mean that we will fall asleep faster. It is recommended, however, that melatonin be administered approximately 30 minutes before sleep, in order for it to exert its action.

The administration of melatonin-based supplements in small doses is safe both in the long term and in the short term.



 

Melatonin Benefits

In case of melatonin deficiency in the body, we can take into account the administration of melatonin-based supplements. Besides the fact that they support the regulation of the sleep schedule, the supplements also have other beneficial effects on the body:

• offers support in regulating the circadian rhythm in the case of people who have to work in the night shift or who travel in areas with a time zone very different from the one they are used to. Melatonin supports faster falling asleep and an easier adaptation to time zone changes (3);
• offers support in the phase of seasonal depressions, as it favors the establishment of calm states and the inhibition of negative states;
• supports the improvement of states of confusion after surgical interventions;
• offers support during menopause, as women can experience unpleasant conditions during this period.
• alleviation of sleep disorders:
• offers support in reducing fatigue accumulated during the day and irritability
• supports reducing the time it takes to fall asleep**
• the normal functioning of the nervous system and the maintenance of mental health
• balance of hormonal metabolism
• good functioning of the cardiovascular, gastrointestinal and renal systems through antioxidant action; the antioxidant action is imprinted by the increase in the expression of antioxidant enzymes (superoxide dismutase and glutathione peroxidase)
• normal functioning of the immune system

 

Directions: 

For adults, take one (1) tablet at bedtime as Melatonin may produce drowsiness.









 

WARNING: 

Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you are taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use. Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur. Do not drive, operate machinery or consume alcohol when taking this product. Limit use to two months with a break of one week. Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18. Keep out of reach of children. Store at room temperature. Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.