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Dr. Barry Dworkin

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  • There are limits to what you can do to avoid the short-term effects of jet lag.

    August 28, 2024

    Medical Mythbusting Commentary for August 28, 2024 Source:How to avoid the worst of jet lag and make the most of your travel time

  • Using melatonin for sleep is on the rise, study says, despite potential health harms | CTV News. Quality control is poor and contaminants noted in some products. Little evidence that long-term use confers a benefit.

    February 3, 2022

    Medical Mythbusting Commentary for February 3, 2022 Source:Using melatonin for sleep is on the rise, study says, despite potential health harms Reference:Trends in Use of Melatonin Supplements Among US Adults, 1999-2018

  • Melatonin use generally safe but some people are exceeding recommended dose. It can help for jet lag but little evidence that it helps for other sleep disorders/problems.

    April 10, 2019

    Health Headlines Commentary for April 10, 2019 Source: Experts warn of risks of taking melatonin to help you sleep

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