Source Naturals Melatonin 2.5mg, Peppermint, 60 Tablets Features : Source Naturals Melatonin Sublingual Orange is for occasional sleeplessness. Melatonin is a neurohormone produced in humans by the pineal gland. A favorite of travelers, Source Naturals Orange Flavored Melatonin governs the body's circadian rhythms. Source Naturals Peppermint Flavored Melatonin is also a potent antioxidant. Source Naturals is aware of the importance of proper rest and offers you a variety of Melatonin supplements to address occasional sleeplessness. Melatonin is an important substance for balance sleep. It is produced in a brain structure called the pineal gland, which is responsible for the circadian rhythms of the body. The eye receives information about the light and darkness of the day and transmits this information to the brain. When the sun sets, or there is less daylight, more melatonin is secreted to biologically prepare the body for sleep. Due to stress and natural aging, the production of melatonin can drop off dramatically. Melatonin supplementation has been found to decrease the time it takes to get to sleep and increase total sleep time. Ingredients: Vitamin B-6 (from pyridoxal -5' phosphate [Coenzymated]), Melatonin. Other Ingredients: sorbitol, mannitol, natural peppermint flavor, stearic acid, and magnesium stearate. Direction: 1 tablet at bedtime; 1/2 tablet may be sufficient for some people. Do not take more than 2 tablets daily. Place tablet under the tongue and allow to dissolve slowly, altering the position of the tablet to avoid prolonged contact with the same area. Safety Warning: Use only at bedtime. For adult use only. Not for use by children, teenagers, or women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or breastfeeding. If you are under medical supervision, or have an autoimmune disease, diabetes, a depressive disorder, a thyroid condition, epilepsy, leukemia, or a lymphoproliferative disorder, or are taking MAO inhibitor drugs or corticosteroids such as hydrocortisone or prednisone, consult your physician before taking this product. Keep out of the reach of children. Supplement Facts: Legal Statement: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Our shipping: Most orders paid by 11 am (EST) ship the same day. Holidays add one day. Expiration dates: Expiration dates on the product you receive may vary from the expiration date listed. We do not sell expired product or products near their expiration date. We want you to purchase a product with sufficient time to utilize the product. We receive fresh stock every week and what we ship is the same as what you can purchase in our store. We are happy to confirm the expiration date of any product you would like to purchase, just send us a message.