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Is there any way to block melatonin receptors to stay awake?

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No: and melatonin receptors are not the only mechanism that induces sleep. Besides, it is unhealthy to stay awake for extended and excessive periods of time,

Dr Lewis and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 1/17/2016

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