Contrary to previous findings, a recent study suggests that melatonin supplementation may not increase appetite or reduce weight loss in advanced cancer patients. Researchers found that significant differences were lacking for weight loss, appetite and quality of life between melatonin and placebo groups following 28 days of treatment. The authors concluded that melatonin may not improve these symptoms in advanced cancer patients. Read more here.
Study mentioned: Del Fabbro E, et al. Effects of Melatonin on Appetite and Other Symptoms in Patients With Advanced Cancer and Cachexia: A Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial. J Clin Oncol. 2013 Feb 25. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 23439759
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