Melatonin

[kubakat]

Hi-not a doctor nor do I play one on TV? I took a micro dose of melatonin a few days ago(.3 mg) because I’m trying the jet lag app and leaving for India in a few days. Been using Resmed air sense 10 and have 4.5-6 score nightly. The night I took the melatonin, score went down to 2.8. Tried a lower dose next night(about 1/2) and it went down to 1.4. 

Anyone heard of this? I’m frankly stunned.

Thanks ?

[Crimson Nape]

While you are the first that I can remember to report this, I can see some logic in it. The melatonin may be relaxing you enough to reduce your arousal based events. Most people will hold their breath while repositioning, which could cause a reported event. Less movement would reduce these events. All this is just my guess.

It boils down to an old saying, "Don't look a gift horse in the mouth".

Bottom line: Do you feel better when you wake up?

- Red

[gainerfull]

I've experienced the same - melatonin is a powerful oxidizer and although it can help you fall asleep it's generally not recommended for long term use.

I've been having very nice results on magnesium threonate + apigenin recently.

[kubakat]

Yes I do. I was a tiny bit groggy on the higher dosage but the lower dosage seems to working well.

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I’ve read lots of data on micro doses being effective and not harmful.  Can’t believe some folks take 10-30 mg not mcg! Will take a look at what you take. Thanks!