Melatonin Hormone Boost Sleep Aid- Addictive?

Long-Term Use of Melatonin as Sleep Aid Creates Increased Tolerance and Dependency
Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone. An increasing number of people use it as a sleep aid. Taking melatonin can have adverse effects: increased tolerance, dependency, masking other sleep problems and altered sleep patterns.
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Lose Weight by Quitting Antidepressants

Want to Lose Weight? Get Off the Anti-Depressants
For the first 40 years of my life, I a) maintained a constant weight of 130 pounds even after four babies and b) did not take anti-depressants. In 2003, I went on Paxil after the loss of a baby. Since then I've been steadily gaining weight.
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Thyroid Gland: Metabolism and Hormone Health Issues

Thyroid Problems: Source of Numerous Health Problems
The thyroid is a gland in the neck. The thryroid secretes hormones, principally Thyroxine and Triiodothyronine. This hormone regulates metabolism and development. But if something goes wrong, the thyroid can affect the whole system
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Self-Care Basics

Self-Care Basics: Ways to Stay Sane and Healthy
Physical health = Emotional health = self- care. We have to meet our needs and be our own best friend. What tools are necessary for self-care?
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