A new study suggests melatonin supplements may help night shift workers boost their body's DNA repair processes, potentially offsetting some of the damage linked to working overnight. The findings are ...

Melatonin is a pleiotropic hormone renowned for its role in regulating circadian rhythms. Within the ovary it serves as a potent antioxidant and modulator of cell signalling, protecting oocytes and ...

Melatonin has long been framed as a low-risk solution for sleepless nights. New preliminary research, however, is adding nuance to that perception — suggesting extended use may be associated with more ...

Mention melatonin and many people think of the over-the-counter sleep aid. But the hormone made in the brain’s pineal gland controls much more than just how sleepy we get, according to research ...

A recent review published in the journal Biomolecules discussed the potential uses of melatonin in treating brain fog and chronic fatigue syndrome or myalgic encephalomyelitis symptoms associated with ...

Melatonin is a hormone that regulates your circadian rhythm and helps with sleep. Taking melatonin supplements can make you feel sleepy and help you fall asleep faster. Melatonin may help reduce the ...

Melatonin could be a novel drug for preventing bone loss to astronauts during space flight. Here we used goldfish scales as a bone model of coexisting osteoclasts and osteoblasts and demonstrated that ...

We’re now officially deep in the holiday season, that time of year when holiday parties, decadent treats, and frequent toastings of good cheer can make it easy to put on extra weight. Looking for some ...

Jessica was a writer on the Wellness team, with a focus on health technology, eye care, nutrition and finding new approaches to chronic health problems. Expertise Public health, new wellness ...