Melatonin
is a hormone secreted by the pineal gland, a pea-sized gland at the
base of the brain.
The exact
function of melatonin is still poorly understood, but it is critically
involved in regulating the body's circadian rhythms-the natural biorhythm
of hormone secretion-as well as the sleep/wake cycle. Release of melatonin
is stimulated by darkness and suppressed by light. It appears that some
people may under-produce melatonin a night when it is needed, and over-produce
it during the day when it should be low.
Natural
Factors Melatonin supplement can help to provide a more restful and
natural sleep without any drowsy side-effects that sometimes result
from taking chemically produced pharmaceutical sleep aids.
