Blog — Melatonin

Introduction:In the realm of personalised health and wellness, diagnostic testing has become an indispensable tool for understanding the intricacies of our bodies. From neurotransmitters to hormonal balance, weight management, sleep patterns, heavy metal exposure, and beyond, testing kits have evolved to provide a detailed snapshot of our overall health. In this blog post, we delve into the specifics of standard kits focusing on saliva and speciality kits targeting neurotransmitters, weight management, sleep balance, heavy metals, urine metabolites, menstrual cycle mapping, and adrenal stress. Neurotransmitters Profile:Understanding the intricate balance of neurotransmitters in the body is crucial for mental and emotional well-being....

  Sleep is the cornerstone of our physical and mental well-being. However, for many, the pursuit of a good night's rest remains an elusive dream. While factors such as stress and lifestyle play a significant role in sleep disturbances, an often-overlooked culprit is hormone imbalances. In this blog, we will explore the link between hormones and sleep, the symptoms of sleep deprivation, and how the Sleep Balance testing can be your ally in identifying and addressing these issues. The Toll of Sleep Deprivation The effects of sleep deprivation can be both insidious and debilitating, impacting various facets of our lives....

Sleep is an essential aspect of our lives, as it plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health and well-being. However, achieving a proper sleep balance can be challenging for many individuals. Insufficient sleep, poor sleep quality, or imbalances in the sleep-wake cycle can lead to various health issues and impact our daily functioning. In this blog, we will explore the importance of sleep balance, common symptoms of sleep imbalances, and the potential treatment options available, including the use of the Sleep Balance Profile Test Add-On with Diurnal Norepinephrine and Epinephrine. The Significance of Sleep Balance Achieving a healthy sleep...

By Margaret N.Groves, M.Phil. ZRT Laboratory The Italian magazine Evolutamente recently published a well-researched article exploring the link between melatonin and COVID-19, pneumonia and inflammation. It’s a compelling article so let’s take a look at the key argument and see why melatonin could be so important. Melatonin and Health Melatonin is a hormone produced by the pineal gland during the hours of darkness to usher the initiation of sleep, and peaks at around 2 a.m. Its production is reduced when we are exposed to light during the night, such as when watching TV or looking at other electronic screens late at night....

By Dr. Allison Smith, ZRT Laboratory I would like to thank everyone who joined in our webinar on the Role of Hormones in Sleep Disturbances!  There were a number of questions I wasn’t able to address due to time constraints but they were all excellent questions. I thought at least someone would be interested in a follow-up as I speak to the rest of the questions just as a little wrap-up. Q: Wouldn't it be nice to include Dried Urine Melatonin in your ZRT Comprehensive Profile, to be able to evaluate Morning Cortisol when low? Maybe it is low while Melatonin...