Melatonin: what is it? and benefits

Melatonina: ¿Qué es? y beneficios

Melatonin: known as the sleep hormone that our brain secretes, specifically in the pineal gland. Despite being famous for regulating sleep, it has several functions.

You suffer from insomnia and you don't know what to do to fall asleep and wake up rested and energized. According to the Spanish Society of Neurology (SEN), 25-35% of the adult population suffers from transient insomnia and between 10 and 15%, representing more than four million Spanish adults, suffer from chronic insomnia. In fact, not only adults suffer from it but it is being observed more and more in young people. One of the solutions that we propose at Chic&Love is the use of our sleep vitamins that contain the right amount of melatonin to help you sleep well.

Melatonin is known to be the sleep hormone that our brain secretes so that our body can function normally. Melatonin is released by the blood vessels at night or when it is dark. Therefore, our body stops releasing this hormone during daylight hours. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid light bulbs or electronic devices at bedtime.

BENEFITS OF MELATONIN

Although our body produces melatonin naturally, it can also be introduced into our body through supplements. Apart from standing out for helping us at bedtime, melatonin has other properties:

  1. REGULATES SLEEP

The main function of this hormone. Improve our sleep quality by regulating our circadian rhythm . In addition, by having a direct relationship with rest, it contributes to a better functioning of the organism.

2. STRENGTHENS THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

The defenses of our immune system are highly favored with the production of this hormone. By helping to improve our energy, our body will be more prepared to combat possible attacks by a harmful microorganism. It also helps increase our antibodies that benefit us when fighting any infection caused by viruses or bacteria such as congestion or throat infections.

3. ANTIOXIDANT

Melatonin surpasses the antioxidant effect of other vitamins such as vitamin E and vitamin C as it effectively regulates the body's oxidation levels.

4. AGAINST AGING

Many studies point out that a lack of melatonin accelerates aging. Melatonin exceeds the antioxidant effect of other vitamins such as vitamin E and vitamin C as it effectively regulates the body's oxidation levels. Likewise, it contributes to heart health, protects the skin and stops hair loss.

OTHER BENEFITS:

  • Reduces migraine
  • Powerful anti-stress and increases mood
  • Enhances the therapeutic efficacy of chemotherapy and radiotherapy
  • Stimulates the secretion of growth hormone
  • It helps you lose weight

It has been proven that melatonin is the most effective and healthy solution to fall asleep.

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