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Melatonin

By NutraFavorites Editorial Desk · Updated September 1, 2026 · Not medically reviewed unless stated

Ingredient evidence card

Melatonin

Melatonin is a hormone involved in circadian timing. Evidence and safety considerations vary by use, age and duration; long-term safety information is limited.

Evidence labelContext-specific evidence
Primary launch sourceNIH National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health
Last reviewedSeptember 1, 2026
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