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Could you tell me what are different kinds of sleep inducing hormones?

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Melatonin: The main hormone associated with sleep is melatonin. Melatonin production decreases with age and with night shift work. Melatonin supplements can help improve sleep difficulties. Progesterone is also beneficial for sleep in that it increases GABA receptors in the brain that help you stay calm and improve sleep.

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Answered 10/4/2016

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