‘Jen, what is this melatonin thing you talk about?’ In this episode, Jen explains what melatonin is, and how it benefits your sleep and your body.
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Melatonin helps us fall asleep quickly and wake up less frequently so we can have a restful night’s sleep.
Sunshine = Melatonin Regular, controlled sun exposure is one of the best things you can do for your overall health, because it stimulates the production of melatonin in your mitochondria.
Melatonin is not just about sleep. Also 95% of our melatonin is used in our cells to fight inflammation & oxidative stress!
Get some sun on your face
Getting some sunshine each day helps regulates your internal clock and aids the production of melatonin.
Sunlight makes serotonin which precursor of melatonin.
Serotonin then converts into melatonin when it becomes dark.
Increase relaxation and reduce stress
We’ve all had the experience of tossing and turning and not being able to get to sleep.
That’s because our stress hormone (cortisol) also plays a role in our internal clock.
Tap into some adaptogen herbs to help the cortisol imbalance
Foods With Melatonin
- Tart Cherries – Montmorency cherry variety
Tart cherry juice is one of the best-known sleep aids. Researchers have found that it increases melatonin levels in the body - Goji Berries
They are also high in melatonin and may improve sleep. - Eggs
Among animal products, eggs are one of the best sources of melatonin. - Milk
Warm milk is a traditional remedy for insomnia, so it’s no surprise that it’s high in melatonin. - Fish
Fish is a better source of melatonin than other meats. The best options are oily fish like salmon and sardines - Nuts
Most nuts have a good amount of melatonin. Pistachios and almonds are among the highest.
Don’t take melatonin if drinking alcohol or if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding.
Resources
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Healthy Life Hacks
The Healthy Life Hacks I want to share with you today are:
- If you are having trouble sleeping, bring in some more foods that can support melatonin levels in the body.
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