Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health Melatonin: The Unsung Hero for Muscle Health - AI Podcast
Apr 2, 2025
Discover the surprising benefits of melatonin beyond sleep! It helps combat obesity-related muscle deterioration by enhancing mitochondrial function and boosting energy expenditure. Recent studies show it improves metabolic flexibility and protects against oxidative damage. Melatonin not only promotes fat burning but also supports muscle resilience and efficiency. Learn practical tips to naturally enhance your melatonin levels, like embracing morning sunlight and reducing screen time at night for better overall health.
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Diabesity's Vicious Cycle
- Obesity and insulin resistance impair mitochondrial function, leading to muscle breakdown and reduced endurance.
- This worsens glucose control, further fueling metabolic disease in a vicious cycle.
Melatonin's Impact on Muscle Health
- Melatonin improves muscle health by restoring slow-twitch muscle fibers, crucial for endurance.
- It also enhances fat burning within muscles, promoting the use of fat for fuel instead of storage.
Melatonin's Effect on Brown Adipose Tissue
- Melatonin boosts brown adipose tissue (BAT) activity, increasing calorie burning and improving metabolic flexibility.
- It protects mitochondria from oxidative damage, enhancing energy production and reducing fat storage.