Yes. Several thousand people have taken melatonin in carefully monitored clinical studies, some in daily doses of several thousand grams or more. Without exception, these studies have shown no toxic effects and leading experts in the field agree that melatonin is remarkably safe.

People who have the following conditions should always check with their physicians before taking melatonin: persons who are pregnant or lactating, or have an autoimmune, seizure or endocrine disorder. See similar questions...

Melatonin's long-term safety has not been established. There are growing concerns about the possibility of damage to the retina of the eye associated with melatonin use. you work as a pilot, trucker, railroader, or in another occupation in which a lack of alertness on the job could endanger yourself or others Because of concerns about transmission of viruses through animal products, melatonin derived from cow pineal glands should not be taken. See similar questions...

As we age our bodies produce less and less melatonin so that by age 45, most people produce less than half the melatonin they produced at age 20. This reduction in melatonin can make restful sleep more difficult to achieve. Dietary supplementation with MELATONEX can help to restore the melatonin we need for restful, natural sleep.* See similar questions...

Based on available studies and clinical use, melatonin is generally regarded as safe in recommended doses for short-term use. Available trials report that overall adverse effects are not significantly more common with melatonin than placebo." (U.S. National Institutes of Health) In the most extensive clinical trial to date a high dose of 75 milligrams of melatonin per day was given to 1400 women in the Netherlands for up to four years with no ill effects." (Newsweek, 6 Nov. 1995, 60-63.) See similar questions...

Melatonin has a rapid, mild sleepiness-inducing effect. Because of this trait, properly timed melatonin supplements may help people adapt to changes in sleep-wake schedules, as may occur after jet travel across many time zones or in shift work. The effectiveness of melatonin for relieving insomnia is uncertain. Many concerns remain about melatonin's safety, especially for long-term use. See similar questions...

Yes, as opposed to over-the-counter sleeping remedies, which can be addictive and harmful. It is completely natural and gentle, and safe for everyday use. The additional benefits are that it gives the immune system a boost and can help to reduce the effects of aging! See similar questions...

No negative side effects have been reported from use of cranberry or Cran-Max® Cranberry Supplement. See similar questions...

Acute: Minor. About eight out of 100 people taking 5 mg. melatonin or less per day to prevent jet lag feel sleepy in the daytime. Fewer than two out of 100 on this dose suffer a headache, feelings of fuzziness or giddiness, or nausea. In research studies using doses up to 300 mg. daily, the side effects occurring most frequently were diarrhea, abdominal pain and headaches. See similar questions...

Melatonin is sold as a dietary supplement, not as a drug, often in health food and other grocery stores and some drug stores. Because it is not labeled as a drug, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations that apply to medications sold in the United States do not apply to melatonin. The FDA does not require manufacturers of melatonin to demonstrate that their product is safe and effective nor to monitor its safety and efficacy, as is the case for drugs. See similar questions...

Yes. Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in our body - so we all live with a great deal of glutamine already in our system. Unlike other sports supplements, glutamine does not play with the hormone levels in our body. As long as you stay within the recommended dosage, there should not be any negative side effects to glutamine supplementation for body building. See similar questions...

Federal law requires that every food product, including herbal supplements, is free of "adulteration" and is not "misbranded." This legal language translates into a requirement that all foods and supplements have a reasonable expectation of safety when offered for sale and when used as directed. So manufacturers of soups, cereals, and supplements all have an obligation to sell only safely made and properly labeled goods, and can find their products subject to seizure should they fail to do so. See similar questions...

Chromium is an essential trace element. The recommended daily allowance (RDA) of chromium is 50-200 micrograms/day and may be obtained from foods such as wholewheat cereals, cheese, nuts, mushrooms and whole grains. The picolinate salt is available as a food supplement and is actively promoted to increase lean muscle mass, promote weight loss. It is also thought to be involved in uptake of amino acids by muscle and in the formation of glycogen. See similar questions...

B and C vitamins are water soluable, which means whatever the body does not use are eliminated in the urine. You basically cannot "overdo" the vitamins except too much can cause loose bowels (that's why you often see it recommended to supplement with Vitamin C "to bowel tolerance"). Vitamins A, D, E and K are fat soluable and it IS possible to cause problems by over-supplementing - sometimes the problems can be as bad if not worse than UNDER supplementation. See similar questions...

If you want to raise your pH level, you should take your calcium supplement every day. Here are some tips to help you remember. Take your calcium with meals. For example, calcium is most effective with meals, and studies have shown that it may be better absorbed with food. Take your calcium supplement in divided doses throughout the day. The body can absorb only so much calcium at one time, so try taking a supplement with two or three of your meals each day. See similar questions...

We normally charge 10-15% extra to the listed tour price for single rooms. We always try to provide a double room for you unless not available or possible-- If you don't mind sharing a room we will do our best to find a compatible guest to avoid this surcharge. See similar questions...

For your health and safety the melatonin in MELATONEX is produced in a laboratory, eliminating the risk of contamination associated with animal sources. See similar questions...