In this category, we have gathered gummies with melatonin, with extracts from valerian, hops, or lemon balm, and some also with phytocomponents from hemp. There are formulations for adults and separate Kids versions for children. Below, we explain how they differ and what to compare on the label.
Gummies with Melatonin: How Much and in What Portion
The typical amount is 1 mg of melatonin per serving. This is contained in one LABIFY gummy with melatonin and one gummy in TOPICAL formulations: cherry FORTE, FORTE with L-theanine, and blueberry with hops without sugar. In limited gummies with ashwagandha and vitamins, 1 mg is allocated to a serving of two gummies.
Cannova with melatonin has 1 mg of melatonin in a gummy, and the manufacturer recommends one to two gummies daily, so the amount depends on how many you take. The pectin version KIDS has 0.5 mg in a gummy. When comparing, always check whether the number refers to one gummy or the entire serving.
Herbs and Other Ingredients
TOPICAL formulations combine melatonin with dry extracts standardized to DER 4:1, meaning one part of extract is derived from four parts of raw material. FORTE gummies contain 70 mg of extract from valerian root and hop cones, while the version with L-theanine adds 100 mg of L-theanine. Blueberry gummies with hops without sugar reverse the proportions: 80 mg of hops and 50 mg of valerian.
Limited gummies with ashwagandha and vitamins contain five ingredients in a serving of two gummies: 150 mg of ashwagandha extract 30:1 with 7.7 mg of withanolides, 150 mg of L-theanine, 50 mg of L-tryptophan, 3 mg of vitamin B6, and melatonin. Kids versions contain extract from lemon balm leaves DER 4:1.
With or Without Hemp
Some gummies contain phytocomponents from hemp. In Cannova with melatonin, this is 25 mg of broad-spectrum phytocomponents from industrial hemp in a gummy weighing about 3 g, and in cherry FORTE gummies, 15 mg from hemp seeds.
Without hemp in the composition are blueberry gummies with hops without sugar, FORTE with L-theanine, and limited gummies with ashwagandha. Gummies where hemp extract plays a major role and other functional gummies can be found in the Gummies category.
Gummy Base: Gelatin or Pectin
Cannova with melatonin, cherry FORTE, the version with L-theanine, and raspberry Kids are made with gelatin, sugar, and glucose syrup. Blueberry gummies with hops are also based on gelatin, but they are sweetened with maltitol and sorbitols instead of sugar.
Limited gummies with ashwagandha are gelled with pectin, without added sugar, and marked by the manufacturer as vegan. LABIFY gummies with melatonin are also a vegan version without sugar. Remember that polyols, such as maltitol, sorbitol, and erythritol, consumed in excess can have a laxative effect.
Kids Versions
The Kids versions of the TOPICAL brand have a raspberry flavor and a serving of one gummy daily. The manufacturer does not recommend daily use for longer than 14 consecutive days. The pectin version without added sugar is intended for children over twelve years of age, while the gelatin version specifies the age limit on the label.
Before giving your child a melatonin supplement, talk to a pediatrician, especially if the child is taking medications. Formulations for adults are not intended for children. We discuss the amounts of melatonin in gummies in more detail in the text gummies with melatonin and how many mg to take.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many gummies to take in a serving?
As indicated by the manufacturer of the given formulation. In LABIFY gummies and most TOPICAL gummies, it is one gummy daily, in limited gummies with ashwagandha two, and in Cannova with melatonin from one to two. Do not exceed the recommended daily serving. Kids versions of the TOPICAL brand have a serving of one gummy daily.
Are gummies with melatonin vegan?
Not all of them. The limited gummies with ashwagandha and LABIFY gummies are vegan, while gelatin-based formulations are not suitable for vegans or vegetarians. The pectin version of FORTE does not contain gelatin, but it does contain carmine, so check the label for a vegan diet. Blueberry gummies with hops are based on gelatin and are sweetened with maltitol and sorbitols.
Can two melatonin supplements be combined?
If you take a second melatonin supplement on the same day, count both servings together and do not exceed the recommendations of the manufacturers. For medications affecting sleep or circadian rhythm, consult your doctor or pharmacist first. The typical amount is 1 mg of melatonin per serving, and in Cannova, the manufacturer recommends one to two gummies daily.
Can you drive after a serving of melatonin?
Better not. LABIFY notes that its gummies with melatonin should not be used before activities requiring concentration, including driving. With TOPICAL formulations, do not drive immediately after a serving either. Plan the serving, usually one gummy, for a time after completing activities requiring concentration.
How long does one package last?
A LABIFY package with melatonin contains 60 gummies, which gives 60 days at one per day. A TOPICAL jar with one gummy per serving lasts a month, while limited gummies with ashwagandha contain 30 gummies at a serving of two. Cannova with melatonin is also available in a sachet with three gummies, designed for trial.