Melatonin as an Antioxidant Supplement in Athletes: A Literature Review of Current Evidence

PURPOSE Melatonin (MT; N-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine) is synthesized and released during the night in specialized pineal gland cells. Among its variety of physiological properties, recent research indicates that MT has both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory actions. The aim of this literature review...

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Main Authors: Taewan Kim, Jinkyung Cho
Format: Article
Language:Korean
Published: The Korean Society of Exercise Physiology 2023-11-01
Series:운동과학
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Online Access:http://ksep-es.org/upload/pdf/ksep-2023-00542.pdf