Melatonin levels

Genetic mutations affect melatonin levels, increases diabetes risk

New findings suggest that the effects of melatonin supplements in individuals with a specific gene mutation may increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The findings come from researchers at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the University of Murcia in Spain. Researchers say melatonin supplements taken prior to mealtime in those with the ...click here to read more

Multiple sclerosis relapse risk influenced by melatonin levels

Using environmental observations researchers have found melatonin levels may play a role in multiple sclerosis (MS) relapse risk. As an autoimmune disease multiple sclerosis involves environmental and genetic factors. Researchers aimed to better understand those environmental factors which may affect a multiple sclerosis relapse. Researchers studied patients with multiple sclerosis; they uncovered that during the ...click here to read more