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Is Melatonin the "Next Vitamin D"? How To Dose & Time Melatonin (& Other TOP Melatonin *Tips*) With Dr. Deanna Minich

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Jul 19, 2025
Join Dr. Deanna Minich, a nutrition scientist and expert in melatonin research, as she uncovers the surprising roles of melatonin beyond sleep. Discover its antioxidant properties, neuroprotective effects, and its potential link to cancer treatment. Dr. Minich shares insights on high-dose melatonin for jet lag and the importance of individual responses to supplementation. Learn how factors like light exposure and eye color impact melatonin efficacy, plus the benefits of natural vs. synthetic sources. Get ready to rethink melatonin!
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INSIGHT

Melatonin Enhances Mitochondrial Efficiency

  • Melatonin enhances mitochondrial efficiency by stabilizing membranes and reducing oxidative stress.
  • It plays a crucial role in aging, metabolic, and neurological diseases due to its mitochondrial benefits.
ANECDOTE

Ben's High-Dose Melatonin Travel Hack

  • Ben uses very high doses of melatonin (300mg) via suppositories during travel to combat jet lag.
  • Despite grogginess, it helps him adapt faster to new time zones.
ADVICE

Tailor Melatonin Dose to Purpose

  • Use melatonin doses tailored to the specific health goal, not just high doses for sleep.
  • Consider physiologic doses to replenish age-related melatonin loss and explore melatonin's diverse functions.
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