Melatonin

[Marcus]

Anyone tried?

Got some the other day and it's really helped me to slip into a deep sleep at night. Waking up feeling refreshed too. I'm hoping it may assist with workout recovery also.

[boostinggtir]

Yea I take it. Gave me crazy dreams at first. I think you have to have the odd break from it for it to be most effective.

[shruglife]

Reported melatonin side effects include headaches, nausea, depression, nightmares and vivid dreams, irritability, abdominal cramps and dizziness.

Melatonin facts also point to negative effects on the reproductive system as well as decreased sex drive in both men and women.

Since melatonin is a hormone, it can affect many internal body processes. Melatonin facts show that those with depression might experience worsening symptoms. Others at a higher risk of developing melatonin side effects are people with liver disease, seizure disorders and high blood pressure.

I would love something that could knock me out instantly and increase the amount of recovery time I get but it sounds a little like LSD for sleepers. Vivid dreams/nightmares, depression... I'd rather not take a Trip every night :pfft:

Ofcourse a lot of this could be bullshit. If it works for Marcus I'm sure it works for many others aswell without the above side effects.

[Marcus]

I can't say I've had any of those side effects. I won't be using it every night though, just if I'm having trouble sleeping.

[Bluto]

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[Marcus]

I only take 3mg which is one tablet I think. An hour later and I'm really feeling sleepy and relaxed.

Interesting study. Does everyone feel sleepy on it?

[AlBundy]

If you aren't sleeping without it the problem lies elsewhere. Also I'd imagine like anything your body will down regulate it's own melatonin production, meaning it will be even worse when you stop taking it. That said I could be wrong and if you don't have any problems with it there is no reason you shouldn't take it.

[boostinggtir]

Yea I had the decreased sex drive and crazy dreams for the first week. I think my body adjusted to it after a wile.

[Tranquility Base]

I have been taking ZMA for a while now. Just the NFS stuff from health 2000. Can highly recommend it, I'm absolutly positive I notice the difference when I sleep after taking it when compared with not taking it. Deeper sleep and its easier to wake. Especially worth it if your trying to devalop good sleep habits anyhow...

Would really recommend it to anyone, and would be interested in other members opinions/expiriences with it?