2694: The Miracle of Melatonin (Sleep Hormone + More)

June 22, 2023

2694: The Miracle of Melatonin (Sleep Hormone + More)

June 22, 2023

TT: The Miracle of Melatonin (Sleep Hormone + More)

We have known about the benefits of using melatonin as a sleep aid for some time…

But did you know that it has advantages beyond just using it to get a great night’s sleep?

Numerous studies show that melatonin can be beneficial for helping with seasonal affective disorder, hormone regulation, and much more!

Join me on today’s #CabralConcept 2694 to learn more about the miracle of melatonin and how it can help with more than just sleep (plus, what dosages work best for safe long-term use) – Enjoy the show and let me know what you thought!

Show Highlights & Big Takeaways

1. What is Melatonin

Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone in our body, which gets turned on when our eyes start to see and sense that it is getting dark outside. Melatonin naturally increases in the evening and balances out lowering cortisol.

2. How Can Melatonin Be Beneficial

Besides using melatonin as a sleep aid, it can be helpful for a variety of other reasons. Melatonin helps to reduce cortisol which can improve sex hormones and it can help with seasonal depression (SAD). Melatonin has also been shown to relieve heartburn and is known as a powerful antioxidant.

3. How Much Melatonin Do You Need

The standard dosage for melatonin is 3-10mg. We recommend you always use the lowest effective dose that works for you. After a few weeks of a higher dosage of 5-10mg you may also be able to slowly taper down to 1-3mg per night.