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The Shocking Truth About High-Dose Melatonin, Does Melatonin Supplementation Shut Down Your Own Production, How To Use Melatonin To Enhance Fasting & Much More With Dr. John Lieurance.

Apr 16, 2021
Uncover the surprising benefits of high-dose melatonin, from cognitive health to regulating circadian rhythms. Discover innovative ways to use it beyond sleep, including its role in autophagy and gut health. Personal experiences with fasting reveal how melatonin can enhance overall wellness and recovery, especially post-infection. Delve into unique supplements that boost stem cell functionality. Explore the fascinating relationship between fasting, plant medicine, and melatonin's extensive health benefits.
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ANECDOTE

Melatonin for Lyme

  • Dr. John Lieurance's Lyme disease symptoms led him to explore high-dose melatonin.
  • Dr. Frank Shallenberger, his mentor, recommended 200mg daily, far exceeding typical doses.
INSIGHT

Melatonin's Stress Protection

  • Melatonin protects against stress; every cell, especially mitochondria, produces it.
  • Early studies missed its benefits until stressing mice revealed melatonin's protective role.
INSIGHT

Melatonin Doesn't Shut Down Production

  • Unlike testosterone, melatonin supplementation doesn't inhibit the body's natural production.
  • Dr. Lieurance's 800mg experiment and subsequent cessation showed no production shutdown.
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