The focus in this episode is on melatonin and its many, and sometimes surprising, benefits. Dr Irene begins by acknowledging that melatonin is considered a drug in the UK, unlike in the US where it is more widely used. Dr Irene discusses the functions of melatonin, including its impact on sex hormones, immune system support, antioxidant properties, and its ability to decrease cortisol levels and balance the stress response. She also highlights the potential benefits of melatonin in preventing cancer, improving mood, sleep quality, and cardiovascular health. Additionally, Dr Irene explores the role of melatonin in protecting against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, as well as its potential to reduce the risk of strokes. She concludes by emphasising the importance of melatonin in promoting restful sleep and overall well-being.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Melatonin is a hormone that is produced in the pineal gland, retina, GI tract, and white cells. It is made from tryptophan, which is also used to make serotonin.
• Melatonin has various functions in the body, including affecting the release of sex hormones, aiding the immune system, working as an antioxidant, blocking estrogen from binding to receptors, decreasing cortisol levels, and helping to balance the stress response.
• Melatonin has been shown to have protective effects on the heart, reducing hypoxia and preventing reoxygenation-induced damage. It also acts as a vasodilator, inhibits oxidation of LDLC, reduces inflammation, and protects the heart muscle's mitochondria.
• Melatonin supplementation has been found to be beneficial in protecting against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. It can decrease the damage caused by amyloid beta protein and tau proteins, guarding against the harmful effects of aluminum, and improve sleep patterns and cognitive function.
• Excess melatonin can lead to symptoms such as daytime sleepiness, fatigue, depression, headaches, and increased cortisol levels. It is important to use melatonin with caution in certain populations, such as those with autoimmune diseases, pregnant and breastfeeding women, patients taking steroids, and those with leukemia.

BEST MOMENTS

"Even in Europe as well melatonin is considered as a medicine." - Dr. Irene

"Melatonin can affect the release of sex hormones, aid the immune system, work as an antioxidant, and decrease cortisol levels." - Dr. Irene

"Studies have shown that supplementing with melatonin helps to protect against Alzheimer's disease." - Dr. Irene

"Melatonin supplementation has been shown to decrease the risk of developing Parkinson's disease." - Dr. Irene

"Melatonin may reduce the risk of strokes by reducing blood pressure and lowering cholesterol." - Dr. Irene

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Dr Irene Ching is a medical practitioner who specialises in Family Medicine, Wealth and Life Coach, Property/ Business Investor, Speaker, and Podcaster : Be Happy, Healthy and Wealthy. Dr Ching speaks on health, wellness and wealth in talks, workshops and events. She has her own coaching programme on money mindset - Quantum Wealth Creation Accelerator (online course with weekly coaching). She approaches health and well-being in a holistic way and encourages people to look at all the areas of their lives. In her coaching sessions, she works with emotional freedom techniques, energy works, NLP, Intuition/ Superconscious mind, Inner child healing, Timeline therapy, Self love works, behavioural change, goal settings and money attraction healing. Her motto: Reset Your Mind, Reset Your life.

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