Orange Pill Podcast Cover: Sleeping child, symbolizing melatonin supplement effects and safety concerns discussed in Episode 35.

Episode 35 – Unreliable Melatonin Supplement Doses and Safety Concerns

A new FDA study reveals that many melatonin supplements—especially those marketed for children—contain wildly inaccurate doses, ranging from 0% to over 600% of what is listed on the label. In this episode, we unpack the science and regulatory implications of this inconsistency. Why is a powerful hormone treated like a harmless vitamin? What does this mean for consumer safety, especially among children? We explore the risks, expert recommendations, and what regulators and manufacturers need to do next.