By Dr. Rick Tague Are you prepared to face the “Winter Blues”? Everyone tends to feel a little “blah” when the days are short and cold, but for some people seasonal change brings with it something more serious than the blues: Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), which is a form of depression that 20% of Americans struggle with. … [Read more...] about Seasonal Affective Disorder
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Melatonin
By Dr. Rick Tague MELATONIN Melatonin is a hormone released by the pineal gland in the brain, especially at night. It's production is stimulated by dark and inhibited by light. Melatonin levels are much higher in children than in adults. Levels decline as we age. Melatonin is very effective at establishing and maintaining a normal sleep … [Read more...] about Melatonin