Symphony Natural Health Blog

By Kim Ross, DCN, CNS, IFMCP
Reviewed by Deanna Minich, PhD, CNS, IFMCP
December 29, 2022

Plant melatonin works more wonders than most other antioxidants. Learn how sourcing and quality affect the effectiveness of melatonin.

By Kim Ross, DCN, CNS, IFMCP
Reviewed by Deanna Minich, PhD, CNS, IFMCP
March 14, 2023

There are at least three different sources of melatonin. This supplement is derived from animal, synthetic, or plant sources. Each can dramatically impact their effectiveness and even safety.

Understand the sources of melatonin and how to ensure you select a quality product. Melatonin, Phyto-Melatonin, Circadian Rhythm, Biodiversity, Melatonin Dosage, Consumer Lab, Plant Melatonin

Melatonin is a unique antioxidant with the ability to cross the blood brain barrier. But not all melatonin supplements are created equal. Research shows the benefits of natural, plant melatonin over synthetic alternatives.

Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone produced by the pineal gland, which is secreted into the bloodstream. For more than a decade, researchers, clinicians and their patients have debated the benefits, risks, dosing regimens, and length of therapy for hormones introduced into the body.