Melatonin is thought to regulate calcium metabolism by stimulating the activity of the parathyroid glands and inhibiting both calcitonin release and prostaglandin synthesis. Thus a decline in melatonin levels may be an important contributory factor in the development of postmenopausal osteoporosis. One investigator has even suggested using oral doses of melatonin combined with light therapy for prophylaxis and treatment of post-menopausal osteoporosis.1

The Melatonin Profile is a non-invasive salivary analysis of melatonin over the complete light-dark cycle. This test reveals imbalances which may play an important role in the development and progress of osteoporosis.

Reference:
1 Sandyk R, Anastasiadis PG, Anninos PA, Tsagas N. Is postmenopausal osteoporosis related to pineal gland functions? Int J Neurosci 1992;62:215-225.

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