Long-Term Melatonin Use Linked to Greater Heart Failure Risk, Study Finds

Melatonin’s harmless reputation deserves a second look, one doctor said.
Long-Term Melatonin Use Linked to Greater Heart Failure Risk, Study Finds
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Melatonin, a natural hormone, is often labeled a heart-healthy sleep aid. However, an extensive new study suggests that regular users face a higher risk of heart failure, hospitalization, and even death over time.

Adults with chronic insomnia who used melatonin for a year or longer faced a 90 percent higher risk of developing heart failure within five years compared with nonusers.

Cara Michelle Miller
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Cara Michelle Miller is a freelance writer and holistic health educator. She taught at the Pacific College of Health and Science in NYC for 12 years and led communication seminars for engineering students at The Cooper Union. She now writes articles with a focus on integrative care and holistic modalities.