- Koşuyolu Kalp Dergisi
- Vol: 25 Issue: 2
- Protective Effects of Melatonin and Its Supplements on the Arterial Mechanics
Protective Effects of Melatonin and Its Supplements on the Arterial Mechanics
Authors : Mustafa Yildiz, Banu Şahin Yildiz
Pages : 213-215
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Publication Date : 2022-08-20
Article Type : Review
Abstract :Melatonin (5-methoxy-N-acetyltryptamine), a neurohormone, is synthesized from tryptophan taken up by the pineal gland cells. It affects several cardiovascular functions such as arterial blood pressure, heart rate, cardiac rhythms, and mechanical properties of the large arteries and aorta. Melatonin and its supplements, generally made in a laboratory, can improve several cardiovascular functions such as arterial blood pressure and arterial mechanics.Keywords : Melatonin, supplement, arterial mechanics