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Melatonin
“Melatonin enhances the immune system and therefore those with autoimmune diseases should use melatonin only in very low doses.”
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Melatonin
“Melatonin has been shown to inhibit several types of cancers, especially hormone-related cancers such as breast cancer...”
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Vitamin A
“...Vitamin D3 works synergistically with tamoxifen (and melatonin) to inhibit breast cancer cell proliferation...”
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Melatonin
“Melatonin has been shown to inhibit several types of cancer, especially hormone-related cancers like breast cancer and prostate cancer...”
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Melatonin
“A randomized, placebo-controlled study found that melatonin supplementation (either alone or in conjunction with fluoxetine/Prozac) significantly reduced fibromyalgia symptoms.”
...the condition
“...The hypothalamus is also involved in the regulation of many important hormones, including serotonin, norepinephrine, and cortisol (stress hormones), melatonin (related to sleep), and beta endorphins (involved with pain)...”
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Low Melatonin Level
“Low levels of melatonin have been linked to cluster headaches, and melatonin supplements reduce cluster headaches in some patients.”
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Melatonin
“A drop in nocturnal melatonin has been linked with cluster headaches, and melatonin supplementation has shown a low but significant preventive capacity for cluster headaches...”
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Difficulty falling asleep
“...Dehydration also leads to a deficiency of melatonin, which is a major cause of insomnia because it regulates our circadian rhythm (sleep/wake cycle)...”
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Amino Acid Profile
“...Tryptophan is the body's source material for producing the hormones serotonin and melatonin, which also influence sleep patterns and mood...”
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Melatonin
“On the basis of theoretical ideas about how melatonin works, some authorities specifically recommend against using it for depression, schizophrenia, autoimmune diseases and other serious illnesses, and in pregnant or nursing women...”
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Low Melatonin Level
“There is evidence that a lack of melatonin could significantly increase the risk of developing gallbladder stones...”
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Melatonin
“Melatonin helps to decrease total cholesterol and "bad" LDL cholesterol levels.”
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Melatonin
“Melatonin slows HIV replication in cell cultures.”
Hormones
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“...Examples include adrenal hormones such as corticosteroids and aldosterone; glucagon, growth hormone, insulin, testosterone, estrogens, progestins, progesterone, DHEA, melatonin, and thyroid hormones such as thyroxine and calcitonin.”
...the condition
“...The pineal gland produces a hormone called melatonin, levels of which are what directly influence the function of various brain centers (appetite, sleep, the hypothalamus and pituitary gland)...”
...the condition
“...pollutants, progesterone, prednisone, morphine, tobacco, cortisol (in high doses), HIV, candida albicans, HCV, E coli and many other pathogens, continuous stress, thalidomide, UV-B light, pregnancy, melatonin (conflicting research suggests that high levels induce Th2 cytokines while very small amounts induce Th1 cytokines), alcohol (animals studies show that ethanol definitely suppresses Th1...”
...the condition
“...Tryptophan, melatonin, 5-HTP, Valerian, and St. John's Wort may help with sleep...”
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Kava
“...Because it potentiates the effectiveness of melatonin, it is the ideal complement in a melatonin complex formula...”
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Melatonin
“The body uses the hormone melatonin as part of its normal control of the sleep-wake cycle: melatonin plays an important role in the induction of sleep...”
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Tryptophan / 5HTP
“Due to the fact that the synthesis of serotonin and melatonin within the brain is dependent on the availability of the amino acid tryptophan, supplementing the diet with tryptophan before going to bed may produce good results in relieving insomnia...”
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Melatonin
“Melatonin improves the quality of sleep.”
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Melatonin
“Melatonin helps to decrease total cholesterol and "bad" LDL cholesterol levels.”
...as a treatment
“...You may need assistance in going to sleep – try ornithine or melatonin before bed...”
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Melatonin
“Since melatonin helps to control excess cortisol production, those with low adrenal function and low cortisol levels need to be careful about taking too much melatonin: it can make them even more tired.”
...the condition
“Melatonin is a hormone in the same category as estrogen and testosterone and should not automatically be used as liberally as its current availability suggests...”
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The Effects Of Overtraining
“Exercise impairs the production of melatonin and exercising in the evening decreases melatonin for up to 3 hours afterwards.”
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Cancer, General
“People with higher levels of melatonin might be less likely to develop cancer, and people with lower levels seem to be more likely to develop at least some forms of cancer...”
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Endometrial Cancer
“A 1998 study found an extraordinarily strong correlation between melatonin level and endometrial cancer...”
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Breast Cancer
“...One theory is that decreased levels of the brain hormone melatonin are responsible, since this chemical is known to regulate daily sleep-wake cycles...”
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Premature/Signs of Aging
“Melatonin declines rapidly as we age, with levels generally minimal by age 70.”
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Stress
“Chronic stress causes the production of too much cortisol, which in turn lowers melatonin.”
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Magnesium
“Vitamins B3 and B6, as well as calcium and magnesium support the production of melatonin.”
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Alcohol Avoidance
“Avoid stimulants such as caffeine, alcohol and sugar, which may interfere with melatonin production.”
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Caffeine/Coffee Avoidance
“Avoid stimulants such as caffeine, alcohol and sugar, which may interfere with melatonin production.”
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Calcium
“Vitamins B3 and B6, as well as calcium and magnesium support the production of melatonin.”
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Marijuana
“Marijuana significantly stimulates melatonin production...”
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Increased Sleep
“Regular and adequate sleep is the major controlling factor in maintaining normal melatonin levels.”
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Smaller, More Frequent Meals
“Eating regular meals in the recommended hearty breakfast / medium lunch / modest dinner pattern can improve melatonin production...”
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St John's Wort
“St. John's Wort can increase melatonin levels.”
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Sugar Avoidance / Reduction
“Avoid stimulants such as caffeine, alcohol and sugar, which may interfere with melatonin production.”
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Sunlight Exposure
“Proper exposure to light and dark can improve melatonin production by 50-200%...”
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
“Vitamins B3 and B6, as well as calcium and magnesium support the production of melatonin.”
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Aerobic Exercise
“Exercising in the evening decreases melatonin levels for up to 3 hours afterwards, at precisely the time of day when they should be rising...”
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
“Vitamins B3 and B6, as well as calcium and magnesium support the production of melatonin.”
More topics Related to Melatonin
...as a treatment
“Melatonin is a key hormone in the body's regulation of daily, monthly, yearly and possibly even life-long bodily functions...”
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Low Melatonin Level
“Migraines sufferers often are found to have reduced blood levels of melatonin.”
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Melatonin
“On the basis of theoretical ideas about how melatonin works, some authorities specifically recommend against using it for depression, schizophrenia, autoimmune diseases and other serious illnesses, and in pregnant or nursing women.”
...the condition
“...They found that the night eaters – both normal and overweight – had significantly lower melatonin levels during the night than did the controls...”
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Low Melatonin Level
“Melatonin levels were found to be generally lower in patients with Night Eating Syndrome.”
...as a treatment
“...Serotonin is also the precursor to the pineal gland's production of melatonin. Oxitriptan's anti-aging benefits may include the prevention and treatment of depression, maintenance of serotonin levels as the body ages, prevention and treatment of compulsive disorders...”
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Melatonin
“Melatonin is one of the most powerful antioxidants in the brain, and can help to gradually slow down chronic degenerative brain diseases such as Parkinsons.”
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“...Darkness signals the pineal gland to release melatonin. This important hormone has been found to play a role in sexual function and energy levels in general...”
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Melatonin
“On the basis of theoretical ideas about how melatonin works, some authorities specifically recommend against using it for depression, schizophrenia, autoimmune diseases and other serious illnesses, and in pregnant or nursing women.”
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Melatonin
“Melatonin helps to restore metabolic function and 'reset the metabolic clock' that has been disrupted by aging.”
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Low Melatonin Level
“Melatonin can exhibit strong effects on the reproductive system, and the activity of the female hormones estrogen and progesterone is closely tied with its regulation of the sleep-wake cycle...”
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Low Melatonin Level
“...Studies have shown that the protective, estrogen-reducing effects of melatonin are significantly reduced by excessive exposure to light (including late night TV viewing) and probably electromagnetic fields, chemical pollutants such as pesticides and fungicides, and...”
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Melatonin
“The body produces the most melatonin at night, when it is dark...”
...as a treatment
“...Serotonin, adrenalin, melatonin and dopamine are but a few of these substances that are produced because of SAMe and its effect on methylation...”
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Melatonin
“At least two cases of sarcoidosis have been successfully treated with 20mg of melatonin per day. These were chronic sarcoidosis cases unresponsive to long-term steroidal therapy...”
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Melatonin
“In a preliminary study, 6 children with severe intractable seizures were given a 3mg tablet of melatonin 30 minutes before bedtime in addition to their usual anti-seizure medication for three months...”
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Melatonin
“Melatonin can protect against stress by controlling overproduction of the stress hormone cortisol.”
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Vitamin E
“See the link between Tardive Dyskinesia and Melatonin.”
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Melatonin
“A double-blind study demonstrated that 10mg of melatonin given at 8pm for 6 weeks is an effective treatment for tardive dyskinesia, although the magnitude of the effect was only modest...”
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Manganese
“See the link between Tardive Dyskinesia and Melatonin.”
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Melatonin
“On the basis of theoretical ideas about how melatonin works, some authorities specifically recommend against using it for depression, schizophrenia, autoimmune diseases and other serious illnesses, and in pregnant or nursing women.”
...as a treatment
“Determining melatonin levels can be a critical tool for accurately diagnosing endocrine dysfunctions, effectively treating mood and sleep disorders, and revealing contributing factors in the pathology of various...”
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Insomnia
“In a double-blind study of people who had difficulty sleeping because of tinnitus, supplementation with 3mg of melatonin per night for one month resulted in improved sleep.”
...as a treatment
“...Tryptophan is metabolized into niacin, melatonin and serotonin and has relaxing and calming effects...”
...the condition
“...Those who commit suicide during the night have lower levels of melatonin than those dying in the night from other causes; tryptophan is a precursor to melatonin.”
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Melatonin
“Melatonin can help to reduce pain.”
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Melatonin
“Melatonin is an immune system enhancer and modulator.”