Melatonin

What is melatonin needed for in the body?

Melatonin is a hormone produced naturally in the body that helps to regulate the day-night rhythm. Produced and released in the dark, it ensures that our body is attuned to sleep and is therefore known as the sleep hormone

Melatonin as a dietary supplement

The sleep hormone melatonin is no longer just an insider tip for shift workers and long-distance travelers. More and more people with a bumpy sleep phase are also looking to supplement their diet with melatonin.

Dosage forms: Spray, tablets, drops, gummy bears, capsules & co

Over-the-counter melatonin products are available in various dosage forms. Whether (lozenges) tablets, capsules, drops, sprays, or gummy bears - in the end, it's the quality that counts.

Which melatonin is the best?

When it comes to melatonin, you should choose premium preparations that are as free from unnecessary additives as possible. Which melatonin preparation is ultimately the best depends on the individual situation. While melatonin sprays or drops can already be partially absorbed via the oral mucosa, sophisticated combination preparations, such as BIOGENA fit@work® Sleep, are rounded off with proven sleep-supporting plant extracts.

Melatonin dosage & intake

Melatonin is usually available as a dietary supplement with a dosage of 1 mg melatonin per daily dose, which also corresponds to the scientific data.

Dosage: How much melatonin per day?

According to current scientific findings, consuming 1 mg of melatonin shortly before going to bed helps to shorten the time it takes to fall asleep. Melatonin also helps to alleviate the subjective feeling of jet lag. For this purpose, at least 0.5 mg melatonin (= 2 drops) should be taken on the first day of traveling and on the first days after arrival at the destination, shortly before going to bed.

When should melatonin be taken?

With melatonin, the time of intake is crucial. As the melatonin taken breaks down quickly, the food supplement should be taken 60 to 30 minutes before going to bed.

How long can you take melatonin?

How long melatonin should be taken depends on the situation. Weeks of sleep problems put a strain on body and mind. While you should first and foremost look for the causes and work on your sleep hygiene (e.g. regular bedtimes, a good mattress, relaxation in the evening, avoiding blue screen light in the hour before going to bed), melatonin can also be used as a sleep aid. To achieve the desired effect, melatonin should be taken daily.

Can melatonin be taken permanently?

Melatonin can be taken daily for several weeks. The long-term intake of melatonin over months or years has not yet been sufficiently researched. If you are thinking about supplementing the sleep hormone permanently, you should seek advice from your doctor. They can adapt their recommendation to your circumstances.

Which melatonin to buy?

If you want to rely on the sandman qualities of melatonin, you should choose high-quality premium products that are as free as possible from unnecessary additives. BIOGENA has one top melatonin preparation on offer: fit@work® Sleep.

Conclusion: Melatonin has been available as a supplement for several years. If you want to try melatonin instead of counting sheep, you should use a trustworthy quality supplement and apply the product half an hour to an hour before going to bed.