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What is Melatonin?
Melatonin is a hormone produced in the brain by the pineal gland, from the amino acid tryptophan. The synthesis and release of melatonin are stimulated by darkness and suppressed by light, suggesting the involvement of melatonin in circadian rhythm and regulation of diverse body functions. Levels of melatonin in the blood are highest prior to bedtime.
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Also known as mel, mlt, n-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine
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Melatonin
Melatonin is a hormone that is used to treat sleeping problems and jet lag. It is also used in cancer, primary (essential) hypertension, headaches, and tinnitus (ringing in the ears).
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