Melatonin is a hormone we naturally produce and levels of it increase at night to help us feel sleepy and rest well over the course of the night. However, according to a Sleep Foundation 2022 survey, 24.7% of adults take melatonin supplements to aid sleep.
If you've experienced insomnia, it's possible you've tried the supplements as a way to fall asleep faster and help avoid waking up through the night. But while they may help you snooze, new research indicates there could be a cost when it comes to other aspects of your health.
