Reviews and Information for Melatonin
Melatonin Supplements
Find the best melatonin supplements based on independent tests and reviews by ConsumerLab.com evaluating quality, dose and price. Includes fact-based information about what melatonin can and cannot do, appropriate dosage, and melatonin side effects. Melatonin products tested include low and high dose, immediate and time release, pills, liquids, lozenges, melts, and gummies.
Melatonin Supplements Review
Filters
View All
Search term may appear only in full report available to members. Join now for full access.
CL Answer
What is the best way to take melatonin to get a good night's sleep?
Learn more about the best way to take melatonin for better sleep. When to take it, how to take it, and general melatonin information.
CL Answer
What are the side effects of melatonin supplements?
Melatonin side effects - are there any? Read about drowsiness, dizziness, headache, nausea, mood & behavior, the risk of fractures and others. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.
CL Answer
Do melatonin supplements reduce the body's own production of melatonin?
Find out if taking melatonin supplements can decrease the body's own natural production of melatonin (endogenous melatonin), plus other factors that can decrease melatonin levels. ConsumerLabcom's answer explains.
CL Answer
I take melatonin to help me fall asleep. Are there any drugs that interact with melatonin that I should be aware of ?
Melatonin interactions with drugs, including blood pressure medications, Xanax, Ambien, antidepressants, caffeine and more.
CL Answer
Do pistachio nuts really provide as much melatonin as supplements?
Find out if pistachio nuts, or other nuts such as Brazil nuts, cashews, peanuts and others, provide enough melatonin to help with sleep with effects similar to melatonin supplements. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.
CL Answer
Can melatonin help with stomach pain?
Find out if melatonin supplements can help with stomach pain, ulcers, reflux and dyspepsia, or if it can cause stomach upset.
CL Answer
Which supplements can help me sleep and which cause insomnia?
Find out which supplements may improve sleep, including melatonin, L-tryptophan, and magnesium, and which may make sleeping more difficult.
CL Answer
Can melatonin supplements cause depression or make depression worse?
Find out if melatonin supplements can cause depression or make depression worse. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.
CL Answer
Which supplements and lifestyle changes improve sleep, and which cause insomnia?
Find out which vitamins may help you sleep and learn if any vitamins or supplements can cause insomnia.
CL Answer
I've heard that melatonin may increase the risk of broken bones. I take melatonin regularly. Should I be concerned?
Learn more about how melatonin may affect bone density and risk of fracture.
News Release
February 26, 2024
Latest ConsumerLab Survey Shows Growth in Popularity of Magnesium and Several Smaller Supplements
White Plains, New York, February 26, 2024 — A recent survey of more than 10,000 people who regularly use dietary supplements shows that supplements that experienced the greatest absolute growth in popularity during 2023 were pregnenolone (+7.5 percentage points), magnesium (+4.8 pts), berberine (+4.
News Release
February 25, 2024
Top-rated Vitamin and Supplement Brands and Merchants for 2024 Based on Consumer Satisfaction
White Plains, New York, February 25, 2024 — Each year, ConsumerLab.com surveys its free e-newsletter subscribers about the vitamins and supplements that they use. The results below are based on over 10,000 responses collected in November/December 2023.
News Release
February 01, 2024
Best Melatonin Supplements for Sleep? ConsumerLab Selects Its Top Picks
White Plains, New York, February 1, 2024 — Melatonin supplements can help you fall asleep faster, but with so many different products on the market, which provide the best quality and value? To find out, ConsumerLab recently tested 20 popular melatonin supplements, including capsules, tablets, ...
CL Answer
Is it safe to take melatonin when taking prescription sedatives or sleep aids like lorazepam (Ativan) or zolpidem (Ambien)?
Safety information on taking melatonin while using prescription sedatives or sleep aids like lorazepam (Ativan) or zolpidem (Ambien).
News Release
February 25, 2023
Top-rated Vitamin and Supplement Brands and Merchants for 2023 Based on Consumer Satisfaction
White Plains, New York, February 25, 2023 — Each year, ConsumerLab.com surveys its free e-newsletter subscribers about the vitamins and supplements that they use. The results below are based on 8,600 responses collected in November/December 2022.
CL Answer
Do any supplements help with COVID-19? Do supplements like vitamin D, zinc, vitamin C, or herbals work?
Find out if natural remedies & supplements for coronavirus such as zinc, vitamin C, garlic, or elderberry help to prevent or treat COVID-19.
CL Answer
I've heard that taking vitamin D can reduce your natural production of melatonin and interfere with sleep. Is this true?
Can Vitamin D interfere with your body's melatonin production, and can taking vitamin D interfere with sleep?
CL Answer
Which supplements have been shown to be helpful for autism?
Find out which supplements may help reduce symptoms of autism, including multivitamins, probiotics, and melatonin.
Clinical Update
4/28/2023
Melatonin Quality
Eighty-eight percent of melatonin gummies didn’t contain their exact, listed amounts of melatonin in a recently published study. Learn more about this in the Quality Concerns section of our Melatonin Supplements Review, and see our Top Picks among melatonin supplements and learn which gummies passed and which failed our tests.
Also see our 2-minute video highlighting three things you need to know about melatonin supplements.
Clinical Update
3/03/2015
Caution Urged with Melatonin
In light of increasing use of melatonin in children, an expert is cautioning that its long-term safety has not been established and it should be used carefully. For more about this -- as well as other concerns with melatonin, its efficacy, and our reviews of melatonin supplements, see the Melatonin Supplements Review >>
Clinical Update
6/07/2015
Melatonin Increases Bone Density
Research has begun to suggest that melatonin may have a positive effect on the skeleton. The latest study shows that giving post-menopausal women with bone loss daily melatonin causes small, but significant improvements in bone density. Details, including dosage, as well as our tests of melatonin supplements, are found in the Melatonin Supplements Review >>
Clinical Update
11/29/2015
Melatonin for Itchy Skin
Atopic dermatitis is an itchy inflammation of the skin, affecting up to 10% of adults and 30% of children. A recent study in children and adolescents with atopic dermatitis found that taking melatonin modestly reduced symptoms and, not surprisingly, reduced the time needed to fall asleep. For details about this and other uses of melatonin, as well our reviews of available melatonin supplements (including several similar to the one studied), see the Melatonin Supplements Review >>
Clinical Update
11/07/2017
Melatonin Improves Sleep in Children with Autism
Prolonged-release melatonin helped children with autism fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer in a new study. Get the details, plus more about the best way to take melatonin to get a good night's sleep, in the "What It Does" section of the Melatonin Supplements Review >> [Also see our Top Picks for melatonin supplements in the Review.]
Clinical Update
8/21/2020
Caution With Melatonin & Diabetes
Research is raising concern regarding the use of melatonin by people with diabetes. For more details – as well as other concerns with melatonin – see the Concerns and Cautions section of the Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for Melatonin.
Clinical Update
11/27/2018
Melatonin for Headaches
Recent reports suggest that melatonin, taken daily, may eliminate episodes of stabbing headache. Melatonin may also benefit people with migraine headache. For details, see the Headache section of the Melatonin Supplements Review. (Also see our Top Picks for melatonin.)
Clinical Update
10/08/2019
Melatonin & Post-Op Delirium
Reduced melatonin levels following surgery have been implicated in the development of post-operative delirium. But does taking melatonin around the time of surgery reduce this risk? Find out in the What It Does section of the Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
10/16/2020
Melatonin for Better Sleep
Can melatonin improve sleep in people hospitalized and receiving intensive care? See what a recent study found in the What It Does section of our Melatonin Supplements Review. Also learn about melatonin for improving sleep with other conditions, and see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
3/19/2021
Melatonin and Cancer
Can high-dose melatonin increase survival time or improve symptoms in people with advanced lung cancer? See what a new study found in the What It Does section of our Melatonin Supplements Review.
Also see results of a study in which melatonin was given during breast cancer treatment.
See our Top Picks among melatonin supplements.
Clinical Update
11/02/2021
Melatonin in Nuts?
Do pistachios or other nuts contain significant amounts of melatonin? How does roasting affect the melatonin content in nuts? See what a new study found in the ConsumerTips section of our Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks among melatonin supplements.
Clinical Update
11/05/2021
When Melatonin Does or Doesn't Help in Hospitals
See the latest research on whether or not melatonin helps people undergoing medical procedures or when hospitalized. Also learn if melatonin has been shown to help with other sleep issues. It's all in our Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
6/13/2023
Melatonin for Pelvic Pain?
Does melatonin supplementation decrease pelvic pain in women with endometriosis? See what a new study found in the What It Does section of our Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes a study of melatonin for menstrual pain.
Also see our Top Picks among melatonin supplements.
Clinical Update
2/11/2022
Melatonin & COVID
Can supplementing with melatonin help prevent death among people hospitalized with COVID-19? See what a recent study found in the COVID-19 section of our Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for melatonin.
Also see our answer to the question: Do any supplements help with COVID-19?
Clinical Update
3/01/2022
Melatonin and Heart Palpitations?
Can taking melatonin cause heart palpitations? Find out in the Concerns and Cautions section of our Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Pick for melatonin.
Clinical Update
6/03/2022
Melatonin Poison Reports Jump
Reports to poison control centers regarding melatonin ingestion have skyrocketed in recent years among infants, children and adolescents. See the Concerns and Cautions section of our Melatonin Supplements Review for details and other potential safety issues with melatonin.
Clinical Update
3/03/2023
Melatonin Hangover?
Can taking melatonin along with Ambien or Lunesta cause a hangover? Find out what a recent report suggests in the Concerns and Cautions section of our Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
4/25/2023
Does Melatonin Improve Cognition?
Find out what studies have shown when melatonin has been used by people with Alzheimer’s disease as well as cognitively healthy older people in the What It Does section of our Melatonin Supplements Review.
Also see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
5/05/2023
Melatonin for Hair?
Does applying melatonin to the scalp help prevent hair from falling out? Find out what research suggests in the Other Uses section of our Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks among melatonin supplements.
Also see our article about supplements for hair.
Clinical Update
5/31/2023
Loss of Response to Melatonin
Some people may experience a “loss of response” to melatonin. Find out what may cause it and what to do if it happens in the ConsumerTips section of our Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
8/22/2023
Melatonin and Blood Sugar Control
Melatonin supplements may affect blood sugar control and insulin function in people with type 2 diabetes, according to recent studies. Get the details in the Concerns and Cautions section of our Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
9/26/2023
Melatonin During Breast Cancer Treatment?
Can taking melatonin reduce fatigue or other side effects of breast cancer therapy? Find out what a recent study showed in the Cancer Treatment Side Effects section of our Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
10/03/2023
Melatonin for Reflux?
Is it helpful to take melatonin when taking a proton-pump inhibitor (PPI) to improve symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? See what the latest study found in the Other uses section of our Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for melatonin.
Also see: Which supplements, foods or diet and lifestyle changes help relieve acid reflux (heartburn), and which worsen it?
Clinical Update
10/27/2023
Melatonin for Menopause?
Did melatonin supplementation improve sleep and mood, and reduce hot flashes and other symptoms in women transitioning to menopause? See what a new study found in the What It Does section of our Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
11/17/2023
Melatonin vs. Exercise
Is melatonin or regular exercise more effective at improving sleep in children with autism spectrum disorder? Find out what a recent study showed in the What It Does section of our Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
12/05/2023
Melatonin Passes to Infant
Abnormal bleeding in a breastfed infant has been attributed to melatonin taken by the mother. Get the details about this and other side effects of melatonin in the Concerns and Cautions section of our Melatonin Supplements Review.
Clinical Update
1/23/2024
Melatonin for Brown Patches?
Can melatonin lighten brown patches on the face? Find out what a recent study showed in our Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
2/27/2024
Melatonin After Surgery?
Does taking melatonin improve sleep among people who’ve just had surgery? Find out what a recent study showed in the Before and After Medical Procedures section of our Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
5/14/2024
Melatonin and Restless Legs
Melatonin may help some people fall asleep faster, but might it worsen symptoms in people with restless legs syndrome (RLS), which makes sleeping more difficult? Find out in the Concerns and Cautions section of our Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes information about other potential side effects, as well as interactions, with melatonin.
Clinical Update
6/04/2024
Melatonin & Sleep Apnea
Taking melatonin may improve sleep in people with sleep apnea who use CPAP devices according to a recent study. See the details in the What It Does section of our Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
6/07/2024
Melatonin & Vision
A strong link between melatonin use and lower risk of age-related macular degeneration was shown in a large U.S. study. For details, see the What It Does section of our Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
8/08/2024
Melatonin for MS?
Does taking a melatonin supplement improve sleep, reduce fatigue, or have other benefits in people with multiple sclerosis? See what a recent study found in the What It Does section of our Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks among melatonin supplements.
Also see: Do any supplements reduce multiple sclerosis symptoms or relapse?
Clinical Update
9/19/2024
Melatonin After Surgery?
Did taking melatonin improve sleep, reduce pain, or improve shoulder function after rotator cuff surgery? See what a recent study found in the What It Does section of our Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
10/21/2024
Melatonin for Vision?
Does taking melatonin slow the progression of age-related macular degeneration? Find out what studies show in the What It Does section of our Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
10/28/2024
Caution With Melatonin During Labor
Taking high doses of melatonin during labor does not help with labor and may adversely affect infants, according to a recent study. Get the details in the Concerns and Cautions section of our Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
11/04/2024
Melatonin Problems
A recent study found many problems with melatonin supplements for kids. Get the details in the Quality Concerns section of our Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
12/16/2024
Melatonin for MS?
Does taking melatonin improve sleep or heart-rate control among people with multiple sclerosis? Find out what a recent study showed in the our Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks for melatonin.
Also see our article about supplements for multiple sclerosis.
Clinical Update
1/28/2020
Is Melatonin Safe for Children?
Find out what side effects melatonin had when taken for up to two years by children and adolescents in a small study. See the What It Does section of the Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Pick for melatonin.
Clinical Update
3/06/2021
Melatonin After Stroke?
Melatonin supplementation may reduce the risk of developing delirium after a stroke, according to a new study. Get the details in the What It Does section of our Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks among melatonin supplements.
Clinical Update
6/08/2021
Melatonin & Weight
Can melatonin supplementation improve sleep or reduce weight? See what a new study among nightshift workers found in the What It Does section of the Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
7/13/2021
Melatonin and Autism
Can melatonin supplementation improve sleep, behavior, or mood in children with autism spectrum disorder? See what a new study found in the What It Does section of the Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks among melatonin supplements.
Clinical Update
Clinical Update
10/20/2020
Melatonin and COVID-19
Can melatonin supplementation reduce the risk of death in people with severe COVID-19? See what a recent study showed in the What It Does section of our Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
10/31/2020
Melatonin for Insomnia?
Can melatonin help middle-aged men and women with insomnia fall asleep faster or improve sleep quality? Find out what a new study showed in the What It Does section of our Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
12/20/2020
Melatonin for COVID-19?
Can melatonin reduce the duration of symptoms in people with COVID-19? Get the details in the COVID-19 section of our Melatonin Supplements Review. Also, see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
12/20/2020
Melatonin for Anxiety?
Can taking melatonin reduce anxiety before surgery? Find out what a recent analysis of studies showed in the What It Does section of the Melatonin Supplements Review. Also, see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
12/03/2021
Fracture Risk with Melatonin Supplements?
This week a newsletter reader asked if taking 3 mg of melatonin every night for sleep can increase the risk of fractures. Get the answer and find out why this is a valid concern in the Concerns and Cautions section of our Melatonin Supplements. Also see our Top Picks among melatonin supplements.
Clinical Update
6/20/2018
Melatonin for Poor Sleepers
For people who cannot fall asleep until early morning, a recent study showed some benefit with a low-dose form of melatonin. For details, see the What It Does section of the Melatonin Supplements Review. (Also see our Top Picks among melatonin supplements.)
Clinical Update
3/19/2019
Melatonin for Troubled Sleep?
Does melatonin supplementation help people with a condition involving intense dreams as well as laughing, yelling, kicking or punching during sleep? Learn what a recent study found in the What It Does section of the Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
11/17/2018
Melatonin for Fibromyalgia
Daily melatonin supplementation has been found to decrease pain and improve other symptoms of fibromyalgia. For details, see the What It Does section of the Melatonin Supplements Review. (Also see our Top Picks for melatonin.)
Clinical Update
6/02/2018
Melatonin and Balance
If you take melatonin, be aware that it can potentially affect balance for a period of time, as demonstrated in a recent study. For details, see the Concerns and Cautions section of the Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
6/18/2019
Melatonin for PCOS?
Can melatonin help women who suffer from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? See what a recent study found in the What It Does section of the Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
1/13/2017
Melatonin Quality Concern
A recent Canadian study found that 71% of melatonin supplements did not contain within 10% of labeled amounts of melatonin. Certain types were more likely to be off-the-mark than others. For details, and our own tests of (U.S.) products, see the "Quality Concerns" section of the Melatonin Supplements Review >>
Clinical Update
7/28/2018
Melatonin and Menopause
Can taking melatonin reduce the severity of menopause symptoms, such as difficulty sleeping, hot flashes, and sweats? Find out what a recent study showed in the What It Does section of the Melatonin Supplements Review. (Also see our Top Pick for melatonin.)
Clinical Update
6/06/2020
Melatonin for Sleep and Parkinson's
Melatonin is known to trigger sleep, but can it help people with Parkinson’s disease? See the results of the latest study in the What It Does section of the Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
4/22/2020
Melatonin During Chemotherapy?
Does melatonin improve sleep quality and have other benefits during chemotherapy for breast cancer? Find out what a recent study showed in the What It Does section of the Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for melatonin.
Clinical Update
3/07/2020
Melatonin and Cataracts
Do you have cataracts (clouded lenses of the eye)? A recent study suggests that having them removed and replaced with a certain type of intraocular lens may increase natural melatonin production. For details, see the ConsumerTips section of the new Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks among melatonin supplements.
Clinical Update
8/29/2020
Melatonin for Nightshift Workers?
Does using melatonin before going to sleep in the morning improve attention and concentration in people working nightshifts? Find out what a recent study showed in the What It Does section of the Melatonin Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks for Melatonin.
Clinical Update
7/13/2018
Melatonin and Restless Legs Syndrome
Taking a melatonin supplement can help some people fall asleep, but a study suggests that it may be a problem for people with restless legs syndrome. Get the details, and learn about potential side effects of melatonin in the Concerns and Cautions section of the Melatonin Supplements Review.
Clinical Update
7/29/2017
Melatonin Increases Aggression
A study among young men found melatonin to modestly increase aggressive behavior. For more about this and other potential side effects of melatonin see the "Concerns and Cautions" section of the Melatonin Supplements Review (which also includes our Top Picks among products).
Clinical Update
10/03/2015
Melatonin Safety in Women
A year-long, placebo-controlled study in postmenopausal women found that moderate doses of melatonin resulted in no increase in daytime drowsiness or adverse events. Get more details and about this and other melatonin studies (and see tests of products) in the Melatonin Supplements Review >>
Clinical Update
9/05/2015
Melatonin for Anxiety Before Medical Procedures?
Some studies in men and women show that melatonin can reduce anxiety before surgery. A recent study in children found it can also reduce the anxiety and pain associated with blood tests. For details, including dosage, evidence for other uses of melatonin, and our tests of popular products, see the Melatonin Supplements Review >>
CL Answer
8 Supplements That May Help Treat Peptic Ulcers – And Some to Avoid
Peptic ulcers caused by H. pylori infection are typically treated with antibiotics, but certain supplements may also help. Find out which 8 supplements might be beneficial - and which should be avoided.
CL Answer
Supplements for multiple sclerosis (MS): Do any supplements reduce symptoms or relapse?
Find out if vitamins or supplements such as ginkgo, fish oil, biotin, vitamins A, C, E, D, and B12, or selenium reduce symptoms or relapse in people with multiple sclerosis (MS).
CL Answer
What are the health benefits of tart cherry juice?
See the evidence for tart cherry juice health benefits from clinical studies. Find out if tart cherry has anti-inflammatory effects, if it can improve sleep, lower high blood pressure, or help for muscle pain and osteoarthritis.
CL Answer
I have been having dizziness for the past few months and am wondering if it could be a side effect of supplements I take. Which supplements cause dizziness?
Find out which supplements that may cause dizziness, vertigo, or imbalance, including garlic, melatonin, saw palmetto, and red yeast rice.
CL Answer
Are there any supplements I should avoid when taking Valium or Xanax?
Find out which supplements should be avoided when taking benzodiazepines like Valium, Xanax, and Ativan.
CL Answer
Is it okay to crush a tablet and consume the powder or add the powder to food, rather than swallowing the tablet whole?
Find out if it is safe to crush supplements and ingest the powder with food or if it is better to swallow the tablet whole.
CL Answer
Supplements for Eczema: Some May Help, While Others Don’t
Certain supplements may reduce symptoms of atopic dermatitis (the most common form of eczema), while others don't seem to work. Find out if gamma-linolenic acid, L-histidine, phytoceramides, probiotics, and other supplements may be beneficial.
CL Answer
I have low blood pressure. Are there any supplements I should avoid?
Find out which supplements can cause decreases in blood pressure, including melatonin, arginine, magnesium, and calcium.
CL Answer
Do any supplements help with restless legs syndrome?
Find out whether supplements or vitamins like iron, magnesium, vitamin E and others can help for restless leg syndrome (RLS). ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.
Clinical Update
6/21/2022
Melatonin for MS?
Can taking melatonin help people with multiple sclerosis (MS)? Find out what a recent study showed in the What It Does section of our Melatonin Supplements Review.
Also see our article about supplements for MS.
Clinical Update
3/01/2022
Melatonin to Prevent COVID?
Does taking melatonin help prevent COVID-19? Find out what a study found in the COVID-19 section of our Melatonin Supplements Review.
Also see our article about Supplements for COVID.
Clinical Update
5/27/2022
Melatonin and Urinary Frequency
Can melatonin supplementation decrease nighttime urinary frequency in older women? See what a recent study found in the Concerns and Cautions section of the Melatonin Supplements Review.
Clinical Update
9/28/2022
Better Sleep Habits Instead of Melatonin
An expert group is encouraging parents to improve sleep habits in children rather than give melatonin, citing potential safety concerns. Get the details in the What It Does section of our Melatonin Supplements Review.
Clinical Update
2/17/2024
Melatonin for MS?
Did a single dose of melatonin reduce symptoms of multiple sclerosis the next day? Find out what a recent study showed in the Melatonin Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks.
Clinical Update
5/16/2023
Melatonin Combination?
Does taking melatonin with CBD increase melatonin’s sleep effect or add side effects? See what a new study found.
Also see: What are the best supplements or lifestyle modifications for sleep, and which can make insomnia worse?
Clinical Update
9/29/2015
Melatonin Helps Post-Op Sleep
A study found that giving melatonin to women significantly improved their sleep time during the weeks after breast cancer surgery. For details, including our tests of products, see the Melatonin Supplements Review >>
Clinical Update
11/05/2016
Melatonin for Migraine
Melatonin was shown to reduce migraine headaches as well as a prescription migraine drug but with fewer side-effects in a recent study. Get the details in the "What It Does" section of the Melatonin Supplements Review >>
Clinical Update
4/12/2017
Melatonin vs. Light Therapy for Sleep
A recent study found that melatonin was slightly better than light therapy in helping children fall asleep. The overall results, however, may have been better with a lower dose. For details see the "What It Does" section of the Melatonin Supplements Review >>
Clinical Update
11/18/2021
Does Melatonin Increase Alzheimer’s Risk?
My doctor said that melatonin may increase the risk of Alzheimer's as some sleeping pills do. Is this true? See the answer in Concerns and Cautions section of the Melatonin Supplements Review.
Clinical Update
1/21/2022
Melatonin, Sleep & Nighttime Asthma
There is some concern about the use of melatonin among people with nighttime asthma. Get the facts in the Concerns and Cautions section of our Melatonin Supplements Review.
CL Answer
Do any supplements or diets help prevent or treat osteoporosis?
If you have osteoporosis, you may be interested in supplements or diets for bone health. Find out which can increase bone strength and density.
CL Answer
I take omeprazole (Prilosec), a proton pump inhibitor, to reduce stomach acid. Are there supplements I should avoid, or be taking, due to this drug?
Supplement interactions with proton pump inhibitor (PPI) drugs like omeprazole (Prilosec) and Nexium.
News Release
February 24, 2023
Probiotics Rise in Popularity as Vitamin C, Melatonin, and Others Dip in Latest ConsumerLab Survey of Supplement Users
White Plains, New York, February 25, 2023 —A recent survey of 8,600 people who regularly use dietary supplements shows that probiotics (+3.04 percentage points), quercetin (+2.3 pts), and vitamin K (+1.
CL Answer
Are gummy vitamins better or worse than pills?
Learn more about gummy supplements, including those for multivitamins, vitamins C and D, calcium, and B vitamins.
CL Answer
Are there supplements, foods, or beverages that I should avoid when taking clopidogrel (Plavix)?
Learn about supplement interactions with clopidogrel (Plavix). Supplements that may interact with this medication include cannabidiol (CBD), grapefruit, St. John's wort, ginkgo and others.
CL Answer
Do supplements help with Parkinson’s disease treatment or prevention?
Learn what has been shown with vitamins D and E, niacin, CoQ10, melatonin, creatine, SAMe, NAC, valerian, CoQ10, and CBD, as well as with coffee and the Mediterranean and MIND diets for treating and/or preventing Parkinson's disease.
CL Answer
Dietary Supplements and Herbs to Avoid When Breastfeeding
Find out which supplements should be avoided when breastfeeding, including medicinal herbs, soy, and flaxseed.
News Release
February 25, 2022
Top-rated Vitamin and Supplement Brands and Merchants for 2022 Based on Consumer Satisfaction
White Plains, New York, February 25, 2022 — Each year, ConsumerLab.com surveys its free e-newsletter subscribers about the vitamins and supplements that they use. The results below are based on 8,049 responses collected in November/December 2021.
Clinical Update
CL Answer
Is it okay to crush or break vitamin pills to lower the dose or mix into food?
Learn about the safety of crushing vitamin pills, tablets, capsules or enteric-coated tablets and ingesting the powder with food, as opposed to taking a whole pill.
CL Answer
Which supplements may help with PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome)?
Many supplements are promoted to help treat symptoms of PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome), but do they really work? See the clinical evidence for inositol (myo-inositol and D-chiro-inositol), alpha lipoic acid, vitamin B-12, folic acid, vitamin D and more.
CL Answer
Which supplements can help with indigestion and/or heartburn?
Information on supplements for heartburn that can help relieve gastrointestinal symptoms - heartburn, indigestion and acid reflux.
Product Review
CBD Oils, Softgels, Gummies, Creams & Salves Review
See How Much CBD and THC We Found in Products.
CL Answer
Which supplements are helpful to have when traveling? Any tips on how to best store supplements on trips?
Find out which vitamins & supplements can be helpful when traveling, including melatonin, ginger, and more, and find out how you can carry them with you.
CL Answer
Which supplements help to improve energy and decrease fatigue?
Energy supplements and vitamins - Some can help increase energy and reduce fatigue, including CoQ10, curcumin/turmeric, cocoa, and B vitamins.
CL Answer
What supplements should I stop taking before surgery?
Info on which supplements to avoid before surgery due to increased risk of bleeding or interference with anesthesia.
CL Answer
What is GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid)? Is it beneficial for stress, anxiety, insomnia or other conditions, and is it safe?
Find out about GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), including if it's beneficial for insomnia, epilepsy, stress and anxiety, high blood pressure and building muscle, and learn if taking GABA supplements is safe.
CL Answer
Are light boxes effective for preventing and treating seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also known as "winter depression," or circadian rhythm disorders such as jet lag? Which light boxes are best?
Learn about the benefits and safety of light boxes (including who is most likely to benefit), how to use these devices, which commercially available products appear to meet the technical requirements, and who should not use light boxes.
CL Answer
Do any supplements help for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?
IBS supplements may help reduce irritable bowel symptoms such as pain, diarrhea and constipation. Supplements include probiotics, melatonin, and flaxseed.
CL Answer
Do any supplements or lifestyle changes reduce the symptoms of tinnitus? Is it true that some supplements can cause tinnitus?
Learn which supplements can ease tinnitus, including melatonin and pine bark extract. Understand which may actually cause tinnitus.
CL Answer
Do any supplements improve balance or reduce the risk of falls?
Find out which vitamins & supplements may improve your balance to help reduce the risk of falling, including vitamin D and protein.
CL Answer
I take warfarin (Coumadin), an anticoagulant drug. Are there supplements I should avoid, or be taking, due to this drug?
Find out which supplements should be avoided when taking blood thinners (anticoagulants) like warfarin (Coumadin), including vitamin K, St. John's wort, and curcumin.
CL Answer
Are liquid or gummy vitamins better than tablets, capsules or softgels?
Find out if liquid or gummy vitamins and supplements are better than tablets, capsules or softgels, are better absorbed, or better for people who have had gastric bypass or who have other conditions.
Clinical Update
10/21/2024
Pistachio Eye Benefits?
Did eating pistachios, a natural source of lutein, improve macular pigment density in the retinas of people with low density levels (a risk factor for age-related macular degeneration)? Find out what a recent study showed in the Macular Degeneration section of our Vision Supplements Review, which includes our Top Pick lutein and AREDS2 supplements
Also see: Do pistachios provide melatonin?
Clinical Update
1/04/2020
Foods That May Help Sleep
In addition to supplements like melatonin that can aid sleep, certain foods are associated with reduced risk of insomnia. We've added information about this to our answer to the question: Which supplements can help me sleep?
Clinical Update
12/08/2016
Vitamin D Keeping You Up?
A study of women given daily doses of vitamin D found that those who achieved the highest blood levels of vitamin D experienced a deterioration in the quality of their sleep. This is consistent with an earlier study showing decreased production of melatonin with high-dose vitamin D. For details, see the "Concerns and Cautions" section of the Vitamin D Supplements Review >>
CL Answer
Do any supplements help reduce menstrual pain or symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS)?
Find out which supplements help reduce premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms, such as mood swings, pain, bloating, irritability and food cravings.
CL Answer
Do any supplements or foods benefit people with Crohn's disease? Are there any supplements that should be avoided?
Find out the most common vitamin and mineral deficiencies in people with Crohn's disease, including iron, B6, B12, vitamin D, zinc and others, plus evidence for N-acetyl-glucosamine (NAG), fish oil, and curcumin.
CL Answer
What is Perque Bone Guard Forté? It is safe and effective for bone health?
Find out about the ingredients in Perque Bone Guard Forté, including which ingredients may be beneficial for osteoporosis and bone health and which may be a safety concern.
Product Review
L-Tryptophan and 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) Supplements Review
Choose the Best L-Tryptophan and 5-HTP Supplements. CL Tests Identify High Quality L-Tryptophan and 5-HTP (5-Hydroxy-L-Tryptophan) at the Best Value.
Product Review
Magnesium Supplements Review (Including Calcium, Vitamins D & K, and Boron)
Find Out What Magnesium Does, Who Needs It, and Our Top Picks Among Supplements
CL Answer
Can any supplements improve or worsen symptoms of fibromyalgia?
Find out if any supplements may help improve fibromyalgia symptoms, learn which supplements do not seem beneficial, and find out if any supplements worsen symptoms.
News Release
February 24, 2022
Consumers Returned to Pre-Pandemic Supplement Usage in 2021, ConsumerLab Survey Reveals
White Plains, New York, February 24, 2022 —A survey of 8,049 people who use dietary supplements shows many supplements that declined in use in 2020 began bouncing back in 2021, such as magnesium (+2.4 percentage points), and CoQ10 (+2.7 pts).
News Release
February 26, 2021
COVID Changed Supplement Popularity in 2020, ConsumerLab Survey Reveals
White Plains, New York, February 26, 2021 — A survey of 9,647 people who use dietary supplements shows that the supplements which experienced the greatest growth in popularity in 2020 were those being promoted to prevent or treat infection with SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.
CL Answer
Are there supplements I should avoid when taking apixaban (Eliquis) or similar blood thinner drugs like Xarelto?
Learn about supplement interactions with apixaban (Eliquis), rivaroxaban (Xarelto) and other blood thinner drugs in the direct factor Xa inhibitors class.
CL Answer
Do any supplements help prevent or treat a cold?
Are there supplements that can help prevent or treat cold symptoms? Learn more about zinc, probiotics, vitamin C and more.
CL Answer
Which vitamins and minerals should be taken together or separately?
Find out the best way to take vitamins and minerals and which vitamins and minerals should be taken together or separately for proper absorption. ConsumerLab answer explains the best way to take vitamins and minerals.
Product Review
Vitamin D Supplements Review (Including Calcium, Magnesium, Vitamin K, and Boron)
Find the Best Vitamin D Supplement and Avoid Problems
News Release
February 25, 2021
Top-rated Vitamin and Supplement Brands and Merchants for 2021 Based on Consumer Satisfaction -- Results of the ConsumerLab.com Survey of Vitamin & Supplement Users
White Plains, New York, February 25, 2021 — Each year, ConsumerLab.com surveys its free e-newsletter subscribers about the vitamins and supplements that they use. The results below are based on 9,647 responses collected in November 2020.
CL Answer
Do hair loss supplements, such as Viviscal, Hair La Vie, and Nutrafol, or topical essential oils work?
Vitamins and supplements that may help with hair loss and thinning, including saw palmetto, beta-sitosterol, protein, iron, and vitamin D.
CL Answer
Do any supplements, foods or lifestyle modifications help with brain function, like memory and cognition?
Find out which supplements help improve memory, brain function and cognition, including fish oil, some B vitamins, cocoa, and curcumin. ConsumerLab's answer explains the evidence for supplements promoted to help with brain function and cognition.
Recalls & Warnings
April 24, 2021
Metal Reported in Church & Dwight Gummy Melatonin, Multis & Fiber Supplements
On April 20, 2021, Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
CL Answer
What are the best supplements for depression and anxiety?
Best natural supplements for depression and anxiety, including the evidence for fish oil, vitamin D, probiotics, and herbal supplements for depression such as curcumin (from turmeric) and saffron.
CL Answer
Do any supplements, like Nervive, help with nerve pain, like sciatica, diabetic neuropathy or postherpetic neuralgia?
Find out which supplements for nerve pain, including fish oil and alpha-lipoic acid, are effective for sciatica, diabetic neuropathy, or postherpetic neuralgia.
CL Answer
Risks of Too Many Vitamins & Supplements
Taking too many vitamin supplements -- or taking too much of a particular supplement -- can have short and long-term adverse effects.
CL Answer
10 Supplements That May Help Reduce Nighttime Urination (And 5 That May Not)
Waking up more than once during the night to use the bathroom? Learn more about the 9 supplements that may help and 5 others that don't.
CL Answer
Is it true that there is no point in taking fish oil supplements for heart health?
Taking fish oil for heart health may be a benefit. Learn more about omega fatty acids from fish oil and it's impacts.ains.
CL Answer
Which supplements, foods or diet and lifestyle changes help relieve acid reflux (heartburn), and which worsen it?
Find out which supplements and foods can help relieve acid reflux, and which can make it worse.
News Release
March 25, 2020
Trouble Sleeping? ConsumerLab Tests Reveal the Best Melatonin Supplements
White Plains, New York, March 25, 2020 — Melatonin supplements can help you fall asleep faster, and some may help you stay asleep.
Recalls & Warnings
February 22, 2021
FDA Warns Seller of Melatonin & Other Sleep Supplements
On February 18, 2021, the FDA issued a warning letter to SANA Group LLC following a review of the company's website, which found statements made about the company's products Sleep Sana Sleep Drops and Sleep Shots to be drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
December 10, 2024
Aroma Vita Hot Cocoa Mix Recalled Due to Metal Fragments
On October 2, 2024, Dyma Brands Inc. issued a recall of two lots of Aroma Vita Hot Cocoa Mix, because they may contain metal fragments which, in severe cases, could lead to damage of the digestive tract if ingested.
Recalls & Warnings
December 26, 2024
Sleep Supplement Recalled Due to Undeclared Soy
On October 30, 2024, Deseret Biologicals Inc. recalled 2,547 bottles of DesBio lunaSOMM Natural Sleep Support Dietary Supplement capsules, which are labeled as containing phosphatidylserine from sunflower lecithin powder but contain undeclared soy lecithin.
News Release
February 25, 2020
Top-rated Vitamin and Supplement Brands and Merchants for 2020 Based on Consumer Satisfaction -- Results of the ConsumerLab.com Survey of Vitamin & Supplement Users
White Plains, New York, February 25, 2020 — Each year, ConsumerLab.com surveys its free e-newsletter subscribers about the vitamins and supplements that they use. The results below are based on 9,782 responses collected in late November and early December 2019.
CL Answer
Where to Safely Buy Real Vitamins and Supplements Online, Not Fakes or Counterfeits
ConsumerLab explains how to avoid counterfeit vitamins and supplements when shopping online on Amazon, Walmart.com, and other sites. Learn to identify authorized sites and sellers and avoid fake supplements. Use the brand-by-brand guide to protect yourself from risk.
Recalls & Warnings
July 19, 2023
FDA Warns Seller of Sleepy Time Products and Honey Herbal Syrups for Manufacturing Violations
On June 28, 2023, the FDA issued a warning letter to Eden’s Answers, Inc. after an inspection of the company’s facility found products to be adulterated because they were prepared, packed, or held under conditions that do not meet Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP).
News Release
February 25, 2019
Top-rated Vitamin and Supplement Brands and Merchants for 2019 Based on Consumer Satisfaction -- Results of the ConsumerLab.com Survey of Vitamin & Supplement Users
White Plains, New York, February 25, 2019 — Each year, ConsumerLab.com surveys its free e-newsletter subscribers about the vitamins and supplements that they use. The results below are based on 10,931 responses collected in late November and early December 2018.
Recalls & Warnings
April 09, 2014
Maker of Relaxation Drink Warned For Melatonin Ingredient
On March 27, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Dewmar International BMC, Inc. following a review of the company's product packaging and labels, which found the "relaxation beverage" Lean Slow Motion ...
Recalls & Warnings
April 11, 2015
FDA Warns Maker of "Relaxation" Drink
On March 4, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Bebida Beverage Company (BeBevCo) following a review of the company's website and product label, which found the "relaxation beverage"Koma Unwind Liquid Relaxation to be adulterated because it contains melatonin.
CL Answer
What are the side effects of ashwagandha supplements?
Learn about the safety and side effects of ashwagandha supplements, including headache, sleepiness, upset stomach, blood pressure and more. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.
CL Answer
Can taking too much vitamin B-6 be dangerous?
Find out if multivitamins contain excessive amounts of B-6, how much B-6 is too much, and symptoms of toxicity and overdose.
Recalls & Warnings
March 07, 2012
Melatonin in Cookies and Drinks -- Not Allowed, Says FDA
On December 8, 2011 FDA issued a letter to Revolt Distribution, Inc. warning that their food and beverage products contain an unsafe food additive.
News Release
February 25, 2018
Top-rated Vitamin and Supplement Brands and Merchants for 2018 Based on Consumer Satisfaction
White Plains, New York, February 25, 2018 — Each year, ConsumerLab.com surveys its free e-newsletter subscribers about the vitamins and supplements that they use. The results below are based on 11,446 responses collected in late November and early December 2017.
News Release
February 24, 2018
Magnesium, Curcumin, and Apple Cider Vinegar Rise in Popularity, While Probiotics Dip and Calcium Continues to Decline in Latest ConsumerLab.com Survey of Supplement Users
White Plains, New York, February 24, 2018 — A recent survey of 11,446 people who use dietary supplements shows that magnesium and curcumin and turmeric have leapt into the top 5 most popular dietary supplements, just behind vitamin D, fish oil and CoQ10.
News Release
September 26, 2017
ConsumerLab.com Explains How to Take Melatonin and Reveals Its Top Supplement Picks
White Plains, New York, September 26, 2017 — Melatonin is now one of the most popular supplements, largely due to its proven ability to trigger sleep.
Recalls & Warnings
August 20, 2019
Seller of Liposomal Curcumin, Vitamin C & Melatonin Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On August 6, 2019, the FDA issued a warning letter to Let's Talk Health, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
August 15, 2020
FTC Warns 20 More Companies for Coronavirus Claims
On August 14, 2020, the FTC announced that it sent warning letters to 20 companies for selling products such as vitamin C, hydrochloroquine, omega 3, and melatonin with unsupported claims that they can treat coronavirus (COVID-19).
Recalls & Warnings
August 14, 2020
The Green Herb and New Genesis Health Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On July 31, 2019, the FDA issued a warning letter to Davis Ventures, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
September 01, 2020
Custom Nutraceuticals, LLC Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On August 6, 2020, the FDA issued a warning letter to Custom Nutraceuticals, LLC, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Thermal Revolution Black, Anabolic Blackout Raspberry Lemonade, Militia Re-COMP, and Rhino Rampage Wildberry to be ...
Recalls & Warnings
June 05, 2020
LifeHealth Science Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On May 15, 2020, the FDA issued a warning letter to LifeHealth Science, which found the company's ORËÁ product to be adulterated because it was prepared, packed, or held under conditions that violate Current Good Manufacturing Practices for dietary supplements.
CL Answer
Which supplements and foods can help lower or control blood sugar?
Find out which supplements can help lower or control blood sugar. Supplements including turmeric/curcumin, fiber, cinnamon, and ginseng are believed to help lower blood sugar.
Recalls & Warnings
August 03, 2011
FDA Calls "Melatonin Brownie" Unsafe and Sends Warning to Manufacturer
On July 28, 2011 the U.S. FDA sent a Warning Letter to the manufacturer of meltonin-containing "Lazy Larry" brownies, advising that the government considers them unsafe, illegal, and subject to seizure, giving the company fifteen days to respond.
News Release
February 24, 2017
Vitamin D Supplements Maintain Top Spot in Popularity, as Probiotics Surpass Multivitamins to #4 Behind Fish Oil and CoQ10 in Latest ConsumerLab.com Survey
White Plains, New York, February 24, 2017 — A recent survey of over 9,505 people who use dietary supplements shows the most popular dietary supplement to be vitamin D, followed by fish oil, CoQ10, probiotics, and multivitamins.
News Release
February 24, 2016
Vitamin D Supplements Jump to Top Spot in Popularity, Surpassing Fish Oil, as Probiotics Rise to #5 Spot Behind CoQ10 and Multivitamins in ConsumerLab.com Survey
White Plains, New York, February 25, 2016 — A recent survey of over 11,000 people who use dietary supplements shows the most popular dietary supplement to be vitamin D, followed by fish oil, CoQ10, multivitamins, and probiotics.
News Release
May 28, 2015
ConsumerLab.com Shows How to Choose the Right Melatonin Supplement for Sleep
White Plains, New York, May 28, 2015 — An estimated 60 million Americans experience insomnia each year, according to the National Institutes of Health, and they increasingly turn to the supplement melatonin for potential help. In fact, U.S. sales of melatonin increased 16.
Recalls & Warnings
May 23, 2020
BIOTA Biosciences Recalls Injectable CBD and Curcumin Products
On May 20, 2020, BIOTA Biosciences LLC issued a recall of five lots of three injectable products because they were marketed without FDA approval.
Recalls & Warnings
April 25, 2020
Injectable Curcumin, CBD Are Not Safe, Warns FDA
On April 9, 2020, the FDA issued a warning letter to BIOTA Biosciences LLC following a review of the company's website, which found statements made about some of the company's, products, including Canabidiol (CBD) Complex, Cannabidiol+Curcumin, and Curcumin Complex to be ...
Recalls & Warnings
March 31, 2020
Bulletproof Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On March 20, 2020, the FDA issued a warning letter to Bulletproof 360, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
December 11, 2020
FDA Warns Seller of Curcumin and Cholesterol Supplements
On November 20, 2020, the FDA issued a warning letter to Natures Boost LLC following a review of the company's websites, which found statements made about the company's products Blood Boost Formula and Turmeric Curcumin to be drug claims.
Recalls & Warnings
September 11, 2020
Seller of "COVID PACK" Warned for Coronavirus Claims
On September 9, 2020, the FDA issued a warning letter to Pharmacy Plus, Inc. dba Vital Care Compounder for selling COVID PACK and COVID 'POSITIVE' PACK products with unsupported claims that they can treat coronavirus (COVID-19).
Recalls & Warnings
June 20, 2020
FTC Warns 30 More Companies for Coronavirus Claims
On June 18, 2020, the FTC announced that it sent warning letters to 30 companies for selling products such as immune system boosters, colloidal silver, vitamin C, and CBD with unsupported claims that they can treat coronavirus (COVID-19).
Recalls & Warnings
May 23, 2020
FTC Warns 50 More Companies for Coronavirus Claims
On May 21, 2020, the FTC announced that it sent warning letters to 50 companies for selling products such as herbal products, immune system boosters, and vitamin C, with unsupported claims that they can treat coronavirus (COVID-19).
Recalls & Warnings
October 08, 2019
Seller of Tea, Colloidal Silver, Homeopathic Products Warned for Manufacturing Violations
On September 12, 2019, the FDA issued a warning letter to Herbal Healer Academy, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
May 03, 2013
Maker of Omega-3, Saw Palmetto, St. John’s Wort Supplements And More Warned For Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On March 19, 2013, the FDA issued a warning letter to Sunset Natural Products Inc.
News Release
February 28, 2015
Use of Magnesium and Probiotics Rise, Multivitamins and Weight Loss Supplements Fall, According to ConsumerLab.com Survey
White Plains, New York, February 28, 2015 — A recent survey of over 10,000 people who use dietary supplements shows the most popular dietary supplement to be fish oil, followed by multivitamins, CoQ10, vitamin D, B vitamins, magnesium, calcium, probiotics, and vitamin C.
News Release
January 31, 2013
Use of CoQ10, Digestive Enzymes, Probiotics and B Vitamins on the Rise According to ConsumerLab.com Survey
White Plains, New York — February 1, 2013 — A recent survey of over 10,000 people who take supplements shows that CoQ10, digestive enzymes, probiotics, and B vitamins are the four categories experiencing the most growth over the prior year.
Recalls & Warnings
December 19, 2020
FDA Finds Unapproved Drugs in Many Weight Loss and Sexual Enhancement Products Sold Online
On December 18, 2020, the FDA warned consumers that certain products promoted for weight loss, body building, sexual enhancement, pain relief, sleep, and other uses because may contain harmful ingredients.
Recalls & Warnings
February 13, 2019
Supplements Promoted for Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Sell "False Hope," Warns FDA
On February 11, 2019, the FDA warned consumers to beware supplements promoted to prevent or treat Alzheimer's disease or dementia.
Recalls & Warnings
April 18, 2013
Cardio, Energy and Sexual Enhancement Supplement Distributor Warned For Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
On December 21, 2012, the FDA issued a warning letter to ForMor Inc, dba ForMor International, following a facility inspection which found the company's Cardio Cocktail and Argenix dietary supplements to be adulterated because because they were prepared, packed, or held under conditions that do ...
Recalls & Warnings
July 11, 2014
Maker of Cough and Sleep "Remedies" Warned for Drug Claims
On June 27, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to Zarbee's, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
February 14, 2017
Life Extension Warned for Drug Claims
On February 1, 2017, the FDA issued a warning letter to Life Extension Foundation Buyers Club, Inc.
Recalls & Warnings
October 25, 2016
FDA Warns Maker of Sublingual Melatonin and Progesterone Cream
On October 12, 2016, the FDA issued a warning letter to Threshold Enterprises, Ltd.
Recalls & Warnings
December 26, 2012
Seller of Blood Sugar, Depression and Sleep Supplements Warned For Making Drug Claims
On October 15, 2012, the FDA issued a warning letter to BioNeurix Corporation after statements found on the company's website, http://www.pharma-tree.com, were found to promote the dietary supplements Blood Sugar 360, Amoryn, Seredyn, and Mellodyn as drugs.
Recalls & Warnings
July 27, 2012
Prescription and Street Drug Alternatives Found in Male Enhancement, Mood, and Sleep Supplements
On July 10, 2012, the FDA issued a warning letter to Evol Nutrition Associates, Inc. subsequent to a 2011 inspection which found a number of the company's products contained prescription and investigational drugs and were misbranded.
Recalls & Warnings
August 08, 2013
Sleep Supplement Recalled Due To Undeclared Drugs
On August 7, 2013, Health and Beyond LLC issued a voluntary recall of dietary supplement Tranquility because it was found to contain traces of undeclared drugs, Doxepin and Chlorpromazine.
Recalls & Warnings
May 14, 2014
Maker of Mood, Smoking Cessation Supplements and More Warned for Violations, Drug Claims
On April 17, 2014, the FDA issued a warning letter to CDJ Holding, Incorporated, d.b.a.
News Release
November 29, 2011
ConsumerLab.com identifies many quality melatonin sleep supplements, but prices range from 4 cents to over $1 for the same dose
White Plains, New York — November 29th, 2011 — Can melatonin help you sleep? "Melatonin supplements may help some people get to sleep sooner, particularly those with chronic sleeping problems, but don't just buy any supplement - they vary significantly in strength, dosage, and cost," ...
News Release
October 02, 2008
ConsumerLab.com finds melatonin supplements range in strength but ingredient quality is high
WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK — OCTOBER 2, 2008 — ConsumerLab.com announced test results today from its new Product Review of Melatonin Supplements. Melatonin supplements may help treat certain sleep disorders and disturbances, including jet lag.
Recalls & Warnings
March 28, 2011
FDA Cracks Down on Violators of Supplement Manufacturing Rules
In February and March 2011, the U.S. FDA posted Warning Letters sent, respectively, to a distributor of dietary supplements and a supplement manufacturer for violations of current Good Manufacturing (GMP) rules.
Recalls & Warnings
August 31, 2006
Canada Advises Consumers Not To Use Adulterated Sleep Supplement
On August 30, 2006, Health Canada (the Candian Health Ministry) Health Canada advised consumers not to use Salt Spring Herbals Sleep Well Dietary Supplement because a sample analyzed by Health Canada has been found to contain the undeclared drug estazolam, a sedative that can be habit-forming when ...
Recalls & Warnings
June 26, 2015
Seller of CoQ10, Anxiety Supplements and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
On June 6, 2015, the FDA issued a warning letter to Country Doctor Herbals, following a facility inspection which found the company's products, including Herbal Flu Be-Gone, Herbal Multi-Bac, Herbal Nervine, Herbal Pain-A-Way, Herbal Pancreas, Herbal Parasite Cleanse, Herbal Perfect ...
News Release
September 17, 2008
ConsumerLab.com's tests of menopause supplements reveal wide range in strength and quality; mislabeling and contamination discovered -- Soy and red clover isoflavones, black cohosh, and progesterone products tested
WHITE PLAINS, NY — September 17, 2008 — Risks associated with traditional hormone therapy for symptoms of menopause have increased public interest in alternative treatments, particularly dietary supplements. But a report today of recent tests by ConsumerLab.
News Release
August 12, 2008
ConsumerLab.com finds improvements in labeling of nutrition bars but potential pitfalls exist -- New report compares 20 bars, including those for protein, fiber, energy and whole food
WHITE PLAINS, NY — August 12, 2008 — Labeling on nutrition bars has become more accurate, according to a new report by ConsumerLab.com.
News Release
August 05, 2008
ConsumerLab.com Find Fifty Fish Oil Supplements Pass Quality Testing -- New Report Helps Consumers Choose Among Pills, Liquids, Foods and Beverages with Omega-3 Fatty Acids (EPA and DHA)
WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK — AUGUST 5, 2008 — ConsumerLab.com announced today that testing of fifty omega-3 fish oil supplements, foods or beverages (including two marketed for pets) found all to have safe levels of mercury, lead and PCBs.
News Release
July 01, 2008
Tests of ten red yeast rice supplements by ConsumerLab.com reveal significant statin levels, but some pills contaminated -- Popular cholesterol-lowering supplements compared in new report
WHITE PLAINS, NEW YORK — JULY 1, 2008 — ConsumerLab.
News Release
March 29, 2006
ConsumerLab.com reports on 29 popular melatonin sleep supplements
WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NEW YORK — MARCH 29, 2006 (UPDATED APRIL 7, 2006) — ConsumerLab.com announced test results today from its new Product Review of Melatonin Supplements covering 29 products.
News Release
March 13, 2006
ConsumerLab.com reports on supplements for bone health containing calcium and vitamin D— Results posted for 32 supplements for adults and children; One found contaminated with lead
WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NEW YORK — MARCH 13, 2006 — ConsumerLab.com announced test results today from its new Product Review of Supplements for Bone Health covering 32 adult and children's products containing calcium and vitamin D. Sales of calcium supplements in the U.S.
News Release
December 30, 2002
Top quality melatonin products identified by ConsumerLab.com — Hormone supplement used to treat sleep disturbances due to jet travel and other causes
WHITE PLAINS, NY — December 30, 2002 — In its latest Product Review, ConsumerLab.com found that 16 of 18 melatonin dietary supplements met their label claims and were free of lead contamination.
News Release
December 10, 2002
Lupus patients cautioned about hormone supplement — ConsumerLab.com releases DHEA testing results online today
WHITE PLAINS, NY — December 10, 2002 — In its latest Product Review, ConsumerLab.com found that 3 of the 17 DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) supplement products it tested contained less than their claimed amounts of this hormone — one having less than one-fifth of what it claimed.
News Release
October 29, 2002
Enormous variation found in strength of garlic supplements — most popular herb in U.S. — ConsumerLab.com releases results online today
WHITE PLAINS, NY — October 29, 2002 — ConsumerLab.com's Product Review of Garlic Supplements found strength to vary by as much as 1500% across products. Strength was based on each product's ability to generate allicin, a chemical associated with the efficacy of non-aged garlic.
News Release
September 24, 2002
Problems found with most sexual enhancement supplements evaluated by ConsumerLab.com — Only 9 of 22 products pass independent review
WHITE PLAINS, NY — September 24, 2002 — ConsumerLab.com announced today that nearly 60% of products failed to pass its independent Product Review of Sexual Enhancement Supplements. Sexual dysfunction is estimated to affect 43% of women and 31% of men in the U.S.
