Melatonin's hidden role in blood sugar revealed in new study
NCT ID NCT02642640
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at how the sleep hormone melatonin and a specific gene (MTNR1B) work together to control blood sugar. Researchers tested 23 healthy adults in a controlled lab setting. The goal was to understand why some people may have higher diabetes risk, which could lead to better prevention strategies in the future.
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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