Melatonin

The natural hormone “Melatonin” is the basic controller of the onset of sleep and other vital body functions that repeat themselves on daily basis. ^{[1, 6]} Melatonin hormone is naturally produced by the pineal gland that found in brain. ^{[1, 2, 6]} Secretion of this hormone follow a unique pattern that it is secreted abundantly during early life, shortly before puberty its secretion drops, then continues to decline as we age. ^{[2, 6]} It is found abundantly in younger that’s why younger people take more peaceful and prolong sleep as compare to aged. ^[2] Melatonin is essential for life from first day till the end. At birth each of us equipped with the clock that determines us when to sleep, when to eat, when to digest food and when to think... ^[2] These routine activities are controlled by internal clock of body. Melatonin is the chief constituent of this biological clock and maintains daily biological rhythm or cycle. ^{[1, 2, 4, 5]} So, now it’s not amazing that why we shut down during nights automatically? ^[2] The basic mechanism of secretion of melatonin depends upon exposure of retina to light, ^{[1, 2, 6]} means its secretion is too much during the early hours of morning. ^[2]

Melatonin possesses great versatility in its benefits. Animal and other laboratory research indicates that melatonin supplements have good effects on sleep related problems and perhaps extend life…

All of us are certainly familiar with the fact that how important a good night’s sleep is for our happy, healthy and active life. Melatonin has emerged as safe and sound assist for sleep. ^[1] It is useful for people having mild bouts of insomnia. ^{[1, 2, 4]} maintains sleep pattern ^[2] and promotes peaceful sleep. ^{[1, 2, 3, 4]}

Lack of melatonin common in aged people and this is named as “melatonin deficiency syndrome” ^[3] Use of it will give news for anyone looking to rewind for few years. ^[2] Melatonin is really excellent for elderly people and maintains problems of aging. ^{[1, 2, 3, 4]} Melatonin provides its exceptional promise in four key areas of aging includes stress, continuous pattern of exhaustion, poor sleep and long term exposure to free radical damage. ^[2]

Melatonin is responsible for one of the most important roles in human body that is the regulation of 24 hours biological clock or circadian rhythm. ^{[1, 2]} Melatonin is initially used to help travelers to cope with jet lag. ^{[1, 2, 4, 6]} It is the most effective and simple way to adjust time zone changes and reestablish normal sleeping patterns. It is useful for world travelers and airline employee. ^[2]

It prevents harmful oxidation reaction from occurring. ^{[1, 2, 3, 6]}

As the quality of scientific research progressed we get more knowledge to its potential health benefits and found that melatonin may prevent the changes lead to hypertension. ^[6]

Melatonin is good for heart health and maintains elasticity of blood vessels. ^[6]

Melatonin use might reduce risk of certain longstanding problems. ^{[1, 6]}

It is useful to support body’s natural defense mechanism and also restricts it to become exaggerated. ^{[1, 3]}

Melatonin is also effective during problems associated with brain ^{[1, 2, 6]} and also boosts individual’s memory. ^[6]

It may play a positive role in production of estrogen, testosterone and thyroid hormones. ^{[3, 6]}

This is also established that melatonin can actually cheer a person up ^{[1, 2]} and provide relaxation to individual during despair. ^{[1, 2]}

Use of melatonin is also helpful in condition of hearing loss, menstrual discomfort, bone health, digestive health and fatigue. ^[6] It is also said that use of melatonin may be good for sex life. ^[3]

1. Stephen Holt, M.D. (2003). Sleep Naturally. Page No. 106, 107 and 108. USA: Wellness Publishing.
2. Marcia Zimmerman, CN & Jayson Kroner, CSN. (2006). 7-Syndrome Healing. Page No.252, 253 and 254. Chico, California: Nutrition Solution Publications.
3. Mike Fillon. (2003) Real RDAs for Real People. Page No. 238 and 239. USA: Woodland.
4. Kenneth A. Goldberg, M.D. (2001) The Men’s Health. Longevity Program. Page No. 94, 113 and 238. USA: Rodale Inc.
5. DR. Richard Firshein (1998) The Nutraceutical Revolution. Page No. 77. London: Vermilion
6. Phyllis A. Balch, CNC & James F. Balch, M.D. (2000). Prescription for Nutritional Healing. (3rd edition) Page No.75. Penguin Putnam INC. New York: Avery.

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