Exhaustion due to hard work, stress, and
lack of or too much exercise can throw your
body's "clock" into disarray. The result is
loss of restful sleep, which can cause
numerous negative reactions such as
restlessness, nervousness, irritation and
lost productivity. Melatonin is a natural
hormone that the body produces to regulate
its internal "clock” and help with
occasional sleeplessness.Melatonin is
produced by the pineal gland, a pea-sized
gland at the base of the brain. Although the
exact functions of melatonin are still under
study, it is involved in the synchronization
of hormone secretion. This natural daily
cycle of hormone release in the body is
commonly referred to as circadian rhythm.
The human body is under the influence of an
internal clock which controls the secretion
of various hormones at different times of
the day in order for the body to function
properly. The secretion of melatonin is
triggered by the dark and is suppressed by
natural daylight, thereby controlling
periods of sleepiness and wakefulness.
However, melatonin is more than a
"sleeping pill". It can also be beneficial
in maintaining the immune system. It works
in concert with vitamin B6 and zinc to
reverse the decline of the immune system
that comes with aging. In addition,
melatonin has strong antioxidant activity
and, as such, supports the hormonal and
metabolic networks in the body. These
networks undergo additional changes due to
intense physical exercise, mental and
emotional stress, or even poor nutrition.
Some evidence suggests that melatonin may,
in fact, lighten and enhance one's mood
considerably. Melatonin is also reported to
be beneficial in dealing with premenstrual
syndrome.
Ultimate Nutrition's Melatonin is
especially designed and manufactured for
performance athletes who may need nature's
helping hand to get their rest and for
travelers to better control their sleep
cycle. A key benefit of melatonin is its
ability to restore the body’s natural
hormonal and metabolic balance for overall
health.
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