The production of melatonin is regulated by a part of the brain called the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN). The SCN receives signals from the eyes about the presence or absence of light and uses this information to regulate the production of melatonin by the pineal gland. Meaning the presence of light at night will inhibit the production of melatonin as the light entering the eyes will give the body the signal it is daytime — which is generally not a time to rest and repair.

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Does our sleep change when we age? YES. For many reasons, including the decrease in melatonin production. With lower levels available for secretion, it's critically important to protect the mechanism that activates its release. Learn how.

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Why do teenagers stay up late at night? Are they just being defiant teenagers or is there a biological rationale? It's a bit of both, but melatonin definitely plays a role. Learn about these challenging sleep years and what you can do to help them.

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Melatonin is naturally produced and secreted everyday by our body. It's vitally important for good quality sleep. If you want to know if you can increase your levels naturally with food, read on.

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Melatonin is needed for overall health but is best known as the sleep hormone. Without adequate levels or if its release at night-time is being suppressed by artificial blue light, you will experience poor sleep. Read for easy ways to naturally boost your melatonin.

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Melatonin is more than just a sleep hormone. It has antioxidant and anti-aging benefits too. Making it even more important to protect its natural production and secretion.

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