The melatonin overdose risk
Melatonin supplements have gained huge traction in the last few years because they can help bring on a good night’s sleep. But is it really safe, particularly for kids? Now, the Therapeutic Goods Administration has warned consumers to stop using imported melatonin products, after testing showed many do not meet local standards. Today, paediatric sleep researcher Sarah Blunden on why the advice is changing. Featured Professor Sarah Blunden, Head of Paediatric Sleep Research and Lecturer in Clinical Psychology at Central Queensland University
ABC News Daily · Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Show Notes
Melatonin supplements have gained huge traction in the last few years because they can help bring on a good night’s sleep.
But is it really safe, particularly for kids?
Now, the Therapeutic Goods Administration has warned consumers to stop using imported melatonin products, after testing showed many do not meet local standards.
Today, paediatric sleep researcher Sarah Blunden on why the advice is changing.
Featured
Professor Sarah Blunden, Head of Paediatric Sleep Research and Lecturer in Clinical Psychology at Central Queensland University