meta_analysis
    2019
    High Quality

    Effects of nocturnal light exposure on melatonin suppression: a systematic review and meta-analysis

    Tahkamo L, Partonen T, Pesonen AK

    Published in Chronobiology International

    Methodology

    Meta-analysis of controlled experiments quantifying melatonin suppression from evening light of varying intensity and wavelength.

    Key Findings

    Short-wavelength evening light produced substantial dose-dependent suppression of endogenous melatonin secretion.

    Conclusions

    Light exposure is the dominant modifiable determinant of endogenous melatonin production.

    Limitations

    Laboratory conditions; individual sensitivity varies widely.

    Supplements Studied

    Melatonin
    Compound

    Short-wavelength evening light produced substantial dose-dependent suppression of endogenous melatonin secretion.

    Outcomes Measured

    Melatonin Production
    Primary

    Short-wavelength evening light produced substantial dose-dependent suppression of endogenous melatonin secretion

    Study Details

    Year:2019
    Duration:1 weeks
    Quality Score:8/10

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