Medically reviewed by Patricia Mikula, PharmD Key Takeaways Melatonin is not physically addictive, but some people may feel ...

Did you know that the typical dose you’re taking is way higher than what you’ll likely need? Doctors weigh in on that along with the recommended duration, and other dos and don'ts.

Melatonin is a hormone naturally produced in the brain that's linked to your body's sleep and wake cycle. The natural release of melatonin is stimulated by darkness and suppressed by daylight. It's ...

Eating foods rich in melatonin, a hormone that plays a role in sleep, can increase melatonin levels in the body. Certain ...

Sleep is an essential body function that affects mental and physical health, including the ability to fight illness. Not getting enough shut-eye is tied to increased risk of chronic disease. Over ...

Nearly one in four children experience sleep issues at some point in their childhood. While the occasional night of poor sleep may seem like no big deal, regularly not getting enough sleep can ...

Regular use of melatonin to help kids sleep has become "exceedingly common," with nearly 1 in 5 adolescents (19 percent) using it, according to research published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics. But ...

Many people with sleep difficulties turn to magnesium or melatonin supplements. These supplements each work differently, so the best one may depend on your sleep challenges. Paired with good sleep ...

Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Key Takeaways Take less than 1 milligram of melatonin to avoid side effects like headaches and confusion.  Choose a reputable melatonin brand to ensure it's pure and ...

Melatonin use is common in children with atopic dermatitis, but its perceived effectiveness for sleep and itching is ...

The TGA has urged patients to stop using unregulated melatonin products after testing revealed “significant discrepancies” between their actual melatonin amount and what was on the label.