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Can Melatonin Increase Prolactin? |
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Can Melatonin Increase Prolactin?
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Darrell Miller | 12/22/12 |
Date:
December 22, 2012 11:28 AM
Author: Darrell Miller
(dm@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Can Melatonin Increase Prolactin?
What Is Melatonin?
Melatonin chemically known as N-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine is a naturally occurring compound normally found in microbes, plants and animals. Many of the biological effects that are associated with this product are usually produced via activation of the melatonin receptors. However, there are others which are as a result of its powerful and pervasive antioxidant nature.
Melatonin and Sleep
Melatonin also plays a vital role in maintaining natural cycle of wakefulness and sleep. There are some controversies over whether melatonin can increase prolactin or not.
Can Melatonin Increase Prolactin?
Studies that have been conducted recently by medical experts have shown that melatonin can cause an increase in the level of prolactin. Prolactin refers to a hormone which usually plays a vital role in regulating menstrual cycle and in producing milk. It is thus advisable that women who normally experience mood changes or who are in depression related to menstruation should avoid it.
In conclusion, it is my sincere hope that the question on if melatonin can increase prolactin has been answered.
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