Get the latest tech news

American Heart Association says melatonin may be linked to serious heart risks


Long-term melatonin use for sleep problems may come with unexpected heart dangers. Researchers found that chronic users were almost twice as likely to die and 3.5 times more likely to be hospitalized for heart failure. Though melatonin is widely regarded as harmless, experts now urge caution with extended use.

None

Get the Android app

Or read this on Hacker News

Read more on:

Photo of melatonin

melatonin

Photo of heart risks

heart risks

Related news:

News photo

Optimizing the Time and Dose of Melatonin as a Sleep-Promoting Drug