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10 Effective Natural Herbs to Treat Joint Pain

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By Dr. Sonam Bhatia, Ph.D., MS Pharm. Source: everydayhealth.com If you're like most people, you probably experience some form of joint pain from time to time. Whether it's arthritis, tendonitis, or general soreness, joint pain can be frustrating and debilitating. Fortunately, there are many natural herbs that can help to treat this condition. In this blog post, we will discuss 10 of the most effective herbs for treating joint pain. We'll also provide tips on how to use these herbs for the best results. So, if you're looking for a natural way to relieve joint pain, keep reading! Joint pain is a common symptom that can be caused by a wide variety of conditions. It can range from mild to severe and can make everyday activities difficult or even impossible to complete. Joint pain can be caused by injuries, arthritis, bursitis, gout, or other medical conditions. There are many effective treatments for joint pain, including natural herbs. Here are 10 of the best herbs fo

Melatonin: Supplementation, Dosage, Overdose, and Drug Interactions

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By: Dr. Sonam Bhatia, MS Pharm, PhD Source: Freepik.com Melatonin is a natural hormone that helps regulate the body’s sleep-wake cycle. The body produces melatonin in response to darkness, and it is typically released at the highest levels at night. Melatonin levels begin to rise several hours before bedtime, and they remain elevated throughout the night. Levels start to drop in the morning, and this decline continues throughout the day. Exposure to light at night can disrupt the body’s natural production of melatonin and makes it difficult to fall asleep and/or stay asleep. For this reason, melatonin supplements are often used as a natural remedy for insomnia and other sleep disorders.  How much Melatonin does a supplement contain? Most melatonin supplements contain between 1 & 10 milligrams (mg) of melatonin. The body naturally produces very small amounts of this hormone under 0.3 mg of melatonin every 24 hours, so taking even a small supplement can increase its levels signific