Melatonin Is More Than a Sleep Aid — It Can Help Keep Fruits and Vegetables Fresh
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. When fruits and vegetables are transported […]