Life Extension Quiet Sleep Melatonin 5 mg - 60 Vegetarian Capsules

Melatonin increases the speed of falling asleep and adds to the quality of sleep. It also has a strong antioxidant property and is important for protecting cellular DNA. Benefits at a Glance Restores optimal sleep. Promotes a balanced circadian rhythm. Balances immune function. Protects cellular DNA by inhibiting oxidative stress and free radicals. Melatonin is a derivative of the amino acid tryptophan. In humans, melatonin is primarily synthesized in the pineal gland and is released mostly at night to make falling asleep easier and improve the quality of sleep. In addition to sleep, melatonin has a strong antioxidant property and has been shown to support many other aspects of health such as immune and brain function. Melatonin and Sleep Melatonin is a hormone that is necessary for keeping our circadian rhythm in tune.1,2 Many people experience difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. These issues occur because the secretion of melatonin declines with age, causing many of our b