Melatonin - LifePro

This health food supplement is composed of melatonin , an endogenous hormone secreted mainly at night in response to darkness by our body. Melatonin is a hormone naturally produced by the pineal gland in the brain , and plays a role in regulating the sleep-wake cycle. Used as a supplement, in a concentration of at least 0.5 g of melatonin taken before bedtime, it helps reduce the time it takes to fall asleep .
Melatonin is found naturally in some foods such as cherries, tomatoes, nuts, and seeds, although these sources typically provide minimal amounts. Historically, melatonin was discovered in the 1950s and its role in regulating sleep has been extensively studied since then. Melatonin supplements are commonly used to help reduce the time it takes to fall asleep and to minimize the disruptive effects of jet lag . These effects can be significant when the melatonin supplement is taken at a minimum dose of 0.5 mg just before bedtime on the first day of travel, as well as in the following days after arrival at the destination.