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Melatonin: Should You be Taking it?
Melatonin: Should You be Taking it?
Melatonin is a popular supplement in cancer care. Tina & Leah review the many uses of melatonin and tackle some controversies around this p…
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Jan. 11, 2023

Melatonin: Should You be Taking it?

Melatonin: Should You be Taking it?

Melatonin is a popular supplement in cancer care. Tina & Leah review the many uses of melatonin and tackle some controversies around this powerful hormone.  Join us as they chat, like only two naturopathic docs can.

Did you know melatonin was first discovered in 1958?  That’s a long time ago! Amazingly, research is still uncovering new ways melatonin affects the body. We know it sets our circadian clocks, influences immune cells and acts as an antioxidant inside cells. 

But like so many natural agents, there are some cautionary tales, too. Tina & Leah explain melatonin:  when you should take it, when you should not, and what doses are safe and effective.  

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Chapters

01:20 - Introduction

03:37 - What is Melatonin?

05:34 - Where is it made?

08:46 - Vegans/Vegetarians at risk of low levels?

12:17 - Melatonin in foods?

15:04 - Foods with tryptophan.

16:52 - Why do we take supplements?

18:43 - Does melatonin help you sleep?

25:25 - How is Melatonin a "Master Hormone?"

30:44 - How Much? When take it?

33:33 - Sleep Disturbance Episodes

34:13 - Melatonin & Cancer

39:41 - Melatonin, a history

42:07 - Melatonin & Immune Function

44:17 - Mega doses = how much?!

47:17 - Melatonin and estrogen

49:08 - Any negatives?

50:56 - Radiation & Melatonin

57:04 - Can my production of melatonin shut down?

57:55 - More indications...

59:52 - Take Home points

01:01:51 - Wrap up