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393 - Is Melatonin Safe? Should You Stop Taking It?

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Go to the supplement aisle of almost any store in the US and you'll find melatonin, a synthetic hormone, marketed as an effective natural sleep aid, even for children! But is melatonin actually safe to use? Studies say ... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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