The Brain Hormone - Melatonin
01/17/21 • 27 min
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Today in Episode 88 I share some scientific evidence on a listener request, Melatonin. Melatonin is a hormone produced by the pineal gland in our brain from serotonin. Melatonin production is inhibited in bright light and is highest during the night at dark. It is an important hormone involved in sleep onset and sleep quality. Some individuals are at risk for low melatonin levels. Can supplemental melatonin or dietary sources be safe and effective? Tune in for all those important details!
Relaxing sounds to promote relaxation (sine sound waves talked about in Ep 84): Sigur Ros Liminal Sleep
https://open.spotify.com/album/5PaswxzYNOAdQtfjXMcyjc?si=3EEPhGc8SsuFVq8ayII4Yw
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Today in Episode 88 I share some scientific evidence on a listener request, Melatonin. Melatonin is a hormone produced by the pineal gland in our brain from serotonin. Melatonin production is inhibited in bright light and is highest during the night at dark. It is an important hormone involved in sleep onset and sleep quality. Some individuals are at risk for low melatonin levels. Can supplemental melatonin or dietary sources be safe and effective? Tune in for all those important details!
Relaxing sounds to promote relaxation (sine sound waves talked about in Ep 84): Sigur Ros Liminal Sleep
https://open.spotify.com/album/5PaswxzYNOAdQtfjXMcyjc?si=3EEPhGc8SsuFVq8ayII4Yw
Want to buy me a coffee to say thanks for the episode? You can do so via Venmo or Patreon below. Thanks so much!
Venmo ID: Steph-Cal
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Follow me on social media to see the papers I cite in this week's episode:
IG: Dr.SCaligiuri
FB: ThePeoplesScientist
Twitter: DrSCaligiuri
Linkedin: Stephanie Caligiuri
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