The lack of melatonin in the body of middle-aged and elderly people may reduce the quality of human sleep.
Melatonin is a physiological hormone secreted by the supraoptic nucleus of the hypothalamus of the human body, and its main function is to adjust the sleep of the human body. If the body lacks melatonin, it will mainly lead to the symptoms of insomnia, which is manifested as decreased sleep quality, long time unable to fall asleep, sleep quality less than five to six hours, early waking up, and increased number of waking up during sleep, etc. Some patients may also have mental problems during the day, which may be caused by the lack of melatonin.
Some patients may also experience poor mental performance during the day, generalized fatigue, loss of appetite, memory loss, poor concentration, and emotional tension, which can also affect the quality of normal learning and work.
Lack of melatonin will cause accelerated aging, skin deterioration, and even make the body appear a series of endocrine gland function abnormal diseases, such as abnormal thyroid function.
In addition, melatonin also has a regulatory role with the human circulatory system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system. If uncomfortable symptoms occur, it is recommended to consult a doctor in time to avoid self-medication and side effects.