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Quick Hits: The Hidden Role of Melatonin in Hormones, Aging, and Sleep with Deanna Minich
Welcome to Quick Hits — where we bring you the most impactful moments from past episodes in under 15 minutes. Today’s clip comes from one of our most replayed conversations. If you want the full episode, check the link in the description below.   Listen to the full peptide here: https://karenmartel.com/blogs/podcast/unraveling-the-science-of-low-dose-herbal-melatonin-with-deanna-minich    Dr. Deanna Minich, is a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, with a Masters of Science degree in Human Nutrition , and a Doctorate in Medical Sciences. She is an international lecturer, educator, and author, with over twenty years of experience in academia and in the food and dietary supplement industries, currently serving as Chief Science Officer at Symphony Natural Health. Through her talks, workshops, groups, and in-person retreats, she helps people to practically and artfully transform their lives through nutrition and lifestyle. Dr. Minich, brings us into the world of melatonin in today's episode, going beyond its well-known role in sleep regulation to explore its lesser-known functions. We discuss how melatonin impacts digestive health, its profound implications for women in menopause, and the influence of nutrients on circadian rhythms. We also examine the controversies surrounding melatonin supplementation, unraveling its powerful antioxidant properties and the importance of finding the right dosage for individual health needs.   Visit her at: www.deannaminich.com.    In this episode: Why understanding melatonin's roles is crucial for women, particularly during menopause. How melatonin production occurs in the pineal gland and the gut. Why nutrient intake affects circadian rhythms and overall health. How irregular schedules can disrupt natural body rhythms, plus solutions to mitigate this. Why it's important to take an individualized approach to nutrient supplementation. How high-dose melatonin may impact the body's systems and hormone balance. Why receptor saturation from high melatonin doses can decrease effectiveness. How melatonin serves as a powerful antioxidant with an appropriate dosage. Why moderation in antioxidant use, including melatonin, is necessary for health. How personalized healthcare helps in understanding supplement and medication interactions. Why melatonin's role extends to the health of bones, joints, the gut, hair, skin, and nails. How lifestyle choices and hormonal balance impact menstrual health. Why melatonin can help manage perimenopausal symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats. How the timing and dosage of melatonin supplementation can be optimized for individual needs. Why continuous adjustments in melatonin intake may be needed as one's health circumstances change.     Sponsors Get 15% off our Progest Sleep oil with coupon sleep.     Are you in perimenopause or postmenopause and struggling with symptoms—but not getting the support you deserve? At Midlife Solutions, we specialize in hormone optimization for women in midlife. Our all-female clinical team offers telehealth care across all 50 U.S. states, with the ability to prescribe bioidentical estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and thyroid medication.   Book your FREE Hormone Discovery Call Find out what’s really driving your symptoms and what your next best steps are.   Visit the website: https://karenmartel.com   Shop the Midlife Solutions Store Over-the-counter bioidentical hormone creams and oils — no prescription needed. Including: • Progesterone • Estrogen Face Cream • Vaginal Moisturizer and more!   Take the Hormone Quiz Discover hidden hormone imbalances that could be driving your symptoms. Get personalized results (and yes, they may surprise you).   Women’s Peptide Weight Loss Program Clinically guided, hormone-aware weight loss for midlife women.   Midlife RESET HRT Program A complete, supportive approach to hormone replacement therapy in midlife.   Your host: Karen Martel Certified Hormone Specialist, Transformational Nutrition Coach, & Weight Loss Expert   Karen's Facebook Karen's Instagram
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