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Melatonin linked to higher heart risks
A recent study has shown a link between long-term use of melatonin, a supplement that is a natural hormone helping to regulate sleep, and an increased risk of heart failure, hospital admissions, and death among individuals with chronic insomnia. The study included over 130,000 adults and revealed that 4.6% of those who used melatonin for at least a year experienced heart failure within five years, compared to 2.7% in the non-user group, representing a 90% increased risk. The user groups also had higher rates of mortality and hospitalizations due to heart failure. Researchers emphasize that the study is observational and does not establish that melatonin directly causes heart failure. They call for further research to verify the safety of long-term use and its effects on heart health.
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