There\u2019s nothing worse than not sleeping well at night. To avoid this problem, many people \u2013 3 million Americans, actually \u2013 take Melatonin. But, does it really work? And if so, how much should a person take each night and when?<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s what you should know:<\/p>\n
Melatonin that\u2019s produced in your body doesn\u2019t necessarily make you sleepy, but it does encourage your body to slow down so it can sleep. Most people make enough Melatonin to maintain a normal sleep rhythm, but some people don\u2019t.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re having trouble sleeping for more than a few days in a row, give Melatonin a try. It\u2019s especially helpful for people who fall asleep later and have trouble waking up the next day.<\/p>\n
Melatonin comes in different quantities, so how much should you take? To start, experts suggest taking 1 to 3 milligrams.<\/p>\n
Take Melatonin about two hours before you go to bed.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019ve taken Melatonin for a week or so and it\u2019s not working, stop taking it. If it is working, experts say it\u2019s okay to take it for one to two months. After that, take a break from it and see if your normal sleep patterns have returned.<\/p>\n
Anyone who is breastfeeding or pregnant shouldn\u2019t take this supplement. Also, people with an autoimmune disorder, a seizer disorder, diabetes, or high blood pressure should refrain from taking it.<\/p>\n
Besides taking Melatonin, make changes to your bedtime routine to improve your sleep. Don\u2019t use your smartphone two hours before bed, dim the lights, do calm activities at night, and expose yourself to sunlight in the morning hours to help your internal clock recognize day and night.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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