Melatonin - Dictionary Definition and Overview

Melatonin :  (noun)

1: hormone secreted by the pineal gland

Based on WordNet 2.0

Melatonin :  Melatonin: A hormone produced by the pineal gland, melatonin is intimately involved in regulating the sleeping and waking cycles, among other processes. Melatonin supplements are sometimes used by people who have chronic insomnia. Always see your doctor before taking melatonin, as it is not recommended for all patients with { sleep problems.



Based on WordNet (r) 2.0 (August 2003)

Example Usage of Melatonin

AudreyRLWyatt: Tonight I'm taking Melatonin so I can sleep. So if anyone gets up at 3:21 a.m., don't call me. I'll be in a hormone induced stupor.
burnsy06: @stinkymuttdsgns a) 8hrs of sleep is quite rare for me B) Melatonin and a sleep mask. Seriously lol
vitiosuslepos: @SurielVazquez perhaps you should try that experiment. My Dr. Pepper guzzling didn't help. The Melatonin can't be undone
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