Melatonin Is More Than a Sleep Aid — It Can Help Keep Fruits and Vegetables Fresh

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By Cristen Hemingway JaynesJul 20, 2023, 10:27 pm155 ptsTrending
The naturally occurring hormone melatonin, known to help with sleep, has been found to have another unrelated benefit: It can extend the freshness of fruits and vegetables. Melatonin is produced by the brain, and is also present in many plants, including bananas, cherries, tomatoes, rice, wheat and olive oil.…

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