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Questions and
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Montmorency
Tart Cherries contain significant quantities
of Melatonin. That was the surprising discovery
made recently at the University of Texas
Health Science Center in San Antonio. Dr.
Russel Reiter , who has been studying melatonin
for more than 30 years, headed up the research
team. " Montmorency variety of cherries,
contain an extremely significant quantity
of melatonin, enough to produce positive
results in the body " says Dr. Reiter.
Here's more information.
| What is melatonin? |
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- Melatonin is a natural hormone
produced in the pineal gland at
the base of the brain. Melatonin
influences the sleep process and
because it is an antioxidant, it
can help the body destroy free
radicals, which cause aging and
cell death.
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| How does melatonin
function? |
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- The pineal gland, where melatonin
is produced in the body, helps
regulate hormones and circadian
rhythms (daily metabolic balance).
The pineal gland functions as a
biological clock by secreting melatonin
at night.
Melatonin levels are low during
the day. At sunset, less available
light signals the brain to release
melatonin. This rise continues
for hours, eventually peaking
between 2 and 3 a.m. If the timing
or intensity of the melatonin
peak is disrupted due to aging,
stress, or jet lag, many physiological
and mental functions are adversely
affected. The ability to think
clearly, remember key facts,
and make sound decisions can
be profoundly hampered by these
upsets in the biological clock.[1]
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| What foods contain melatonin? |
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- The highest quantities of melatonin
are found in tart cherries, particularly
the Montmorency variety. However, other
foods such as milk, peanuts, turkey, chicken
or almonds contain tryptophan, which raises
brain serotonin that in turn can be converted
to melatonin. Other foods, such as bananas,
also contain melatonin but not in significant
levels to be effective.
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| Does melatonin have any side
effects? |
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- Individuals who take melatonin supplements
need to exercise caution, in that an overabundance
of melatonin in the blood can cause insomnia
and nightmares rather than peaceful sleep.
Researchers point out that the maximal
effective sleep-inducing dose to be 0.1
to 0.3 milligrams (mg). The amount found
in tart cherries provides a significant
amount to positively affect sleep.However,
dosages sold in over-the-counter supplements
are a minimum of 2-3 mg and sometimes
much higher. These levels are at least
ten times the maximal effective dosage.
[1] Maurizi CP. The therapeutic potential
for tryptophan and melatonin: possible
roles in depression, sleep, Alzheimer's
disease and abnormal aging. Med Hypotheses
31(3): 233'?442, March 1990.
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consuming Montmorency Cherry Concentrate.
In particular, the pain relief results
will vary. Some people feel results within
a few days. Others do not have pain relief
until they have used cherry products for
four weeks or more. Before changing prescribed
medications, consult a physician, taking
this information with you.
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