Melatonin

Melatonin is a hormone made by a part of the brain called the pineal gland. Melatonin may help our bodies know when it's time to go to sleep and when it's time to wake up. Melatonin supplements can also be taken. Melatonin supplements may help people whose natural sleep cycles have been disturbed, including those with jet lag, withdrawing from sleeping medications, and those with diabetes, autism, schizophrenia, Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease. Other potential uses of melatonin include the reduction of symptoms of nicotine withdrawal and the prevention of cluster headaches. This information on melatonin is for your information only and is not intended to substitute for the medical expertise and advice of your primary health care provider. Health supplements such as melatonin may cause certain side effects and may not be suitable to take by certain individuals. Please use caution and common sense when taking any health supplements.