How Do Environmental Toxins Affect Melatonin Receptors?
Environmental toxins, such as heavy metals and endocrine disruptors, can interfere with melatonin receptor function. For instance, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and bisphenol A (BPA) can alter melatonin signaling, potentially leading to adverse health effects. These substances may bind to melatonin receptors or modify the expression of these receptors, thus disrupting normal physiological functions.
