Melatonin is a hormone synthesized in the body, which regulates sleep and influences other hormones. It’s manufactured in the pineal gland (in the brain) from the amino acid, tryptophan. Its production is largely influenced by how much light your body receives through the eyes. Here’s some meaty information on the actions, benefits and sources of this vitally important sleep ... Continue Reading
The Power of Power Nap
(BeWellBuzz) Sleep is essential part of our overall health. It has always been said that a good eight hours' worth of sleep is the optimum amount for good health and feeling rested - but new studies undertaken in Georgetown University show that this is not necessarily the case. Many scientists are now suggesting that a shorter sleep at night, coupled with a nap during the day, ... Continue Reading
Melatonin
Melatonin is a natural hormone produced by the pineal gland. It is the hormone responsible for the regulation of our internal body clock which is also referred to as the "circadian rhythm". The production of melatonin is influenced by the amount of light in the external environment. Darkness stimulates the production of melatonin while brightness produces the opposite ... Continue Reading