In the U.S., more than 38 million people have migraine disease, with some estimates suggesting that this number may be even higher, impacting as many as 50 million or more. Some migraine studies estimate that 12 percent of adults in the U.S. population have migraine, and 4 million have chronic migraine.1,2 Most individuals in the U.S. […]

This morning, more than 37 million Americans woke up with a migraine. For many of those people, migraines – in their pulsating, nausea-inducing glory – have become a normal part of life. Most migraine sufferers unfortunately never find a permanent solution, despite spending tons of money on painkillers and brain scans. New research could change that. You see, a […]

Abstract To provide a summary of knowledge about the use of melatonin in the treatment of primary headache disorders. Background: Melatonin is secreted by the pineal gland; its production is regulated by the hypothalamus and increases during periods of darkness. Methods We undertook a narrative review of the literature on the role of melatonin in […]

Melatonin is often perceived as the hormone of sleep, yet it’s mechanisms and functions have much broader implications. Through a series of biological dynamics, melatonin is known to help the body maintain circadian rhythms, but research has also linked it to bone health and relief from menopausal symptoms. Professor Paula Witt-Enderby, working with Duquesne University in […]