As you age and the environment, what we eat and drink, and physical/emotional distress greatly reduces Melatonin as well as other chemicals the body naturally produces. People who suffer depression and anxiety, and medical conditions and illnesses also suffer insufficiency too.
Wait, I heard we produce melatonin during the day too, from the sunlight! Part of it just goes to neutralize free radicals. And that we can get an extra dose of it by being next to a natural fire or candle lights.
Finally, an explanation for why I always felt like I was underground all day at work. I knew it was the fluorescent lighting, but not that it likely interfered with the cortisol for daytime. So annoying, I always felt like I was in a semi lit tunnel.
1:21 serotonin and melatonin 2:51 melatonin and glucose type 4 2:59 decrease melatonin and increase IR 4:26 gut inflammation increase melatonin 4:31 tryptophan 4:53 foods 5:07 blue light vs melatonin
Melatonin has also been linked to joint ache. I took it for years thinking it was harmless. When I begin having joint pain, I thought it was arthritis. I do have arthritis, but when I stopped taking Melatonin, my joint pain decreased immediately! I mean overnight! I suggest reading up on your own about Melatonin.
I don't know about that. I'm in my 50s and have been taking melatonin every night for sleep for about 20 years and never have any issues with sore joints....
@@down-the-rabbit-hole each person should research for themselves. And make the decision that’s right for them. I can tell you that when I stopped taking Melatonin my joint pain decreased, this was one night. The next night I took Melatonin and the joint pain increased. We should not assume that drugs are one size fits all. Thank you for allowing me to have an opportunity to share.
I read that there are two kinds of melatonin - one from your pineal gland during sleep and the other in your mitochondria used during exercise. Yes? No? Thank you.
You missed to mention the ONE NUT that is RICH, RICH, RICHEST in melatonin: PISTACIOUS!!! They are the champions in melatonin, so a handful of them every day will supply the body with this precious nutrient!
Interesting facts.. thank you!! Although I think (at the 5.30 mark) that Caffine & Tobacco 'raising' melatonin didn't sound right.. shouldn't it decrease it and increase cortisol?? Blessings /\
Haggis Nut: I caught that too but I believe that what she meant to say decrease not increase, (that's the direction she was heading ). if she meant increase I think she's wrong but I'm sure she meant decrease
Great information. One question though, you said Caffeine and Tobacco will increase Melatonin but why do those keep people awake. Did u actually mean "reduce" ?
Dr Carrie, When I was taking larger doses of supplemental melatonin, I found that it caused my blood pressure to spike up excessively. Do you or anyone have any thoughts on why this happened?
From what I understand melatonin is one of those hormones that you have to have in the right balance you can have it too high or too low. So you might want to do a very low dose of melatonin to bring your blood pressure down.
Hello, I just got my results and have looked at them with my naturopath, but I am still confused. Regarding the morning melatonin level, what happens if you go to the bathroom in the middle of the night? Would you pee some of your melatonin out and then have a lower amount in the morning waking test and thus this is why I showed low melatonin? thank you!
I think she meant to say "orange lens" [not "glasses with orange frames"] to block blue light at night, and that caffeine and tobacco LOWER melatonin, not raise it, as stated...
I have been using Melatonin every night for a few years. 1mg. Until recently I have not read of its bioavailability. One study has it at 15%. So, 10mg has 1.5mg effect?
If it regulates stuff-- then WHY does it keep me DROWSY ALL DAY the day AFTER I take it?? I have been cutting the little pills in half- and it works for sleep- but STILL makes me "draggy and sluggish" all day the next day.... and I HAVE noticed a LOT less pain, stiffness, etc... and I'm VERY emotional lately - for NO reason..
Try reducing your dosage . Years ago 5 mg worked for me and now it doesn't . So I have taken 20 mg and fall asleep but the next morning wake up feeling as you . Now , I will try 10 mg and see what the results will be .
@@PrashantKumar-nw1hm Well i have high blood pressure already and taking melatonin will interact with it. I'm taking bp medication for maintenance already.
I have RLS which is partial managed with an iron supplement. Melatonin is connected here but how and is it because it’s too low or too high? PS great informative video 👍
Chaga,Turkey Tail and Reishi. Look these up if I post more my comment will be removed by youtube overlords I've already posted three times here and it's been deleted everytime.
Hi Dr Jones. I take high dose melatonin for estrogen positive breast cancer but have recently been told it increases prolactin which increases estrogen. Can you help me with this? I’m post menopausal
🙋🏻♀️ thank you for you video . I'm having sleep problems since 8yrs and fed up totally... I am doing everything but some time for 2 nights sleep is gone n I take a pill to break it n get my cycle. So many nights i sleep only 3 hours or 2 hours🙄.. this is coming on my health.. tell me what to do to keep melatonin and seretonin level at best for my brain to fall asleep? What to do and what not to do? I'm eagerly waiting👍🏻👍🏻 I don't want pill but natural body cycle👍🏻
@@KeerthiUniverse passiflora drops ..my homeopath recommended 22 drops in water before sleep 👌🏻👌🏻 and it was working.. And Keerthi .. Since 6 months i have been sleeping good cuz i have started Pranayam every second day 👌🏻 breathing exercise.. kapalbhati and anulom vilom 👌🏻 and Bhramri 3 times in the last.. one day exercise aerobics and all second day Pranayam 😃 and I'm very happy that i get a good nap in the noon ❤️👌🏻.. we have to give body something n invest in that.. please try ..
In order for melatonin to made me sleepy i have to take more than recommended. Then brain fog the next day.i have trouble going to sleep and staying asleep.
How was your recovery? I have a pineal tumor but I have to lose weight for the surgery because they want to do it with me sitting up and I don’t fit in the harness that they use.
@@ryantammul5961 Please tell me how you are sleeping now.. Are you using melatonin suppliments? Im suffering with chronic insominia since 3 years... Im daily using melatonin3mg and some other tablets
Hey doctor, I dont have a pineal gland due to a tumor removal. Would you recommend I take melatonin or should other parts of my brain make up for the gland being gone?
@@ryantammul5961 we have crystal over 50 million in our brain 🧠 an inside our pineal an the medical field knows about them an the pinealglands is responsible for the connections to the universe an spiritual connections also just don't trust the medical field anymore I personally don't I have learned so much to not trust in them it really all about your diet how you putting the wrong so call foods in it
Good morning Marilyn. Thank you for watching our video. We would suggest you discuss this potential medication change with your healthcare practitioner. Thank you!
Hey Dr. I am53.male.chronic insomnia for 18 years.And using 'qutipin25mg' for long years.But for the last couple of months it does not work. How melatonin is benificial for me.And wich dosage is proper for me. Please get me an answer. Thanks.
Because it's very potent. One of the strongest antioxidants. And if someone is on some type of prescription, melatonin can over power it and make it useless. You can buy melatonin off the shelf here in the u.s. . But it's recommended to talk to a doctor if you're taking other things.
As you age and the environment, what we eat and drink, and physical/emotional distress greatly reduces Melatonin as well as other chemicals the body naturally produces.
People who suffer depression and anxiety, and medical conditions and illnesses also suffer insufficiency too.
Wait, I heard we produce melatonin during the day too, from the sunlight! Part of it just goes to neutralize free radicals. And that we can get an extra dose of it by being next to a natural fire or candle lights.
Yes infrared from the sun and fire stimulate the subcellular melatonin
Correct, this video is misinformation
Fire and candle lights? 🙄 Are you sure?
I think you're thinking about melanin
@@SN-bl6xm yes, it’s called infrared.
Finally, an explanation for why I always felt like I was underground all day at work.
I knew it was the fluorescent lighting, but not that it likely interfered with the cortisol for daytime.
So annoying, I always felt like I was in a semi lit tunnel.
I did work underground for years, with fluorescent lighting! I hated it!
The most useful Melatonin information on CZcams. Thank you 😊
Dr Eric Berg also made a video on melatonin just a week ago.
Been working night shift cycles.. you need black out windows no matter who you are...
Very informative and to the point. God bless you. I got the answers to all my questions in the shortest possible time.
1:21 serotonin and melatonin
2:51 melatonin and glucose type 4
2:59 decrease melatonin and increase IR
4:26 gut inflammation increase melatonin
4:31 tryptophan
4:53 foods
5:07 blue light vs melatonin
Does it help anyone with sex drive libido?
GRATITUDE for summing up the topics of MELATONIN
Highly Informative..
Thanks for this upload
Thankyou and
Regards
Thank you Doctor for explaining so well Melatonin 🙏
Very good informative and educative video ! Thanks for sharing it !
Informative and helpful. More extensive than other YT channels. Thanks so much.
Very informative, and points to more directions for investigation.
Really great video! Thank you!
Melatonin has also been linked to joint ache. I took it for years thinking it was harmless. When I begin having joint pain, I thought it was arthritis. I do have arthritis, but when I stopped taking Melatonin, my joint pain decreased immediately! I mean overnight! I suggest reading up on your own about Melatonin.
I don't know about that. I'm in my 50s and have been taking melatonin every night for sleep for about 20 years and never have any issues with sore joints....
@@down-the-rabbit-hole each person should research for themselves. And make the decision that’s right for them. I can tell you that when I stopped taking Melatonin my joint pain decreased, this was one night. The next night I took Melatonin and the joint pain increased. We should not assume that drugs are one size fits all. Thank you for allowing me to have an opportunity to share.
It just sounds like your body is having a bad reaction to it is all.... That's really not the norm..... But glad you found out what the issue was..
It does the same thing for me. I have tested it a dozen times. I also get terrible sleep, even at .5 to 1mg dose..it's to bad 😔
Thanks for sharing
Extremely good review. Can you do another type of review with melatonin within the mitochondria
Great and very useful information. Thank you
2:56 low melatonin means insulin resistance
3:36 melatonin is made in the gut
Great vid, thanks!
Que buena exposición, muy clara y didáctica. Gracias
Great presentation 👍🏻✌🏻️
I was on Prozac 10 years ago and it kept me up every night until I got off it
Thank you so much for sharing. This has been really helpful
Although some of the things you said were a little contradictory
Wow! Thank you!
I read that there are two kinds of melatonin - one from your pineal gland during sleep and the other in your mitochondria used during exercise. Yes? No? Thank you.
Thank you so much❣
Excellent Information 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
THANK YOU SO MUCH. I LEARNED A LOT ABOUT MELATONIN.
You missed to mention the ONE NUT that is RICH, RICH, RICHEST in melatonin: PISTACIOUS!!! They are the champions in melatonin, so a handful of them every day will supply the body with this precious nutrient!
Interesting facts.. thank you!! Although I think (at the 5.30 mark) that Caffine & Tobacco 'raising' melatonin didn't sound right.. shouldn't it decrease it and increase cortisol?? Blessings /\
Haggis Nut: I caught that too but I believe that what she meant to say decrease not increase, (that's the direction she was heading ). if she meant increase I think she's wrong but I'm sure she meant decrease
Caffiene increases melatonin but keeps us up so that count as a negative. It also increase cortisol and cortisol decreases melatonin.
@@paramj4287 You contradicted yourself.
Great information. One question though, you said Caffeine and Tobacco will increase Melatonin but why do those keep people awake.
Did u actually mean "reduce" ?
Yes she told these things reduces melatonin not increaing
She actually said “Increase” but the slide showed decrease. I believe she meant it decreases melatonin as it was in the group with blue light etc..
Thanks 👍
very in-depth thank you kindly
Wow. I never knew any of this!
Dr Carrie,
When I was taking larger doses of supplemental melatonin, I found that it caused my blood pressure to spike up excessively. Do you or anyone have any thoughts on why this happened?
From what I understand melatonin is one of those hormones that you have to have in the right balance you can have it too high or too low. So you might want to do a very low dose of melatonin to bring your blood pressure down.
Hello, I just got my results and have looked at them with my naturopath, but I am still confused. Regarding the morning melatonin level, what happens if you go to the bathroom in the middle of the night? Would you pee some of your melatonin out and then have a lower amount in the morning waking test and thus this is why I showed low melatonin? thank you!
very informative. thank you. however, it is said to take (low dose) aspirin at night but you just said aspirin suppresses melatonin so what gives??
Very informative how does melatonin relate to melanin.
I think she meant to say "orange lens" [not "glasses with orange frames"] to block blue light at night, and that caffeine and tobacco LOWER melatonin, not raise it, as stated...
Thank you!
What are your thoughts on supplementation...Tryptophan or Melatonin?
Chaga.
I have been using Melatonin every night for a few years. 1mg. Until recently I have not read of its bioavailability. One study has it at 15%. So, 10mg has 1.5mg effect?
Thank you miss
If it regulates stuff-- then WHY does it keep me DROWSY ALL DAY the day AFTER I take it?? I have been cutting the little pills in half- and it works for sleep- but STILL makes me "draggy and sluggish" all day the next day.... and I HAVE noticed a LOT less pain, stiffness, etc... and I'm VERY emotional lately - for NO reason..
It sounds like your body just doesn't like for some reason. I've been taking it nightly for about 20 years or so and never had this type of problem...
@@down-the-rabbit-hole Lately seems like my body doesn't like anything.. :)
Try reducing your dosage . Years ago 5 mg worked for me and now it doesn't . So I have taken 20 mg and fall asleep but the next morning wake up feeling as you . Now , I will try 10 mg and see what the results will be .
What is the right safe dosage to take??
thanks for the informative video. u mention caffeine and tobacco raise melatonin ????
Can I take melatonin supplement even if I'm taking medication for blood pressure?
Why would you take bp medicine when you can lower your bp by proper sleeping from melatonin
@@PrashantKumar-nw1hm Well i have high blood pressure already and taking melatonin will interact with it. I'm taking bp medication for maintenance already.
Better ask your doctor
Rheumatoid Arthritis is effected by melatonin levels.
I am confused ! If caffeine and tobacco raise melatonin then they are good for sleeping !
Makes no sense
I think she meant to say lower
yeah. I think she got that backwards.
My friend father and stepmother drink coffee at night to go to sleep.
@@barbaraannmiller170 she also meant to say the opposite things of all she just said. Makes sense.
One question. I take 3mg. before bed every night. Is this a good way to avoid problems that melatonin can help avoid? Is this dose to low?
It might be too high. Start low
@5:35 the comments on caffeine and tobacco are opposite of their affect, they decrease melatonin.
Can melatonin made from the enterochromaffin cells be suppressed by light exposure at night?
I have RLS which is partial managed with an iron supplement. Melatonin is connected here but how and is it because it’s too low or too high?
PS great informative video 👍
Can I take melatonin since I was diagnosed breast cancer in 2020 and got my breast surgery too in 2020?
Chaga,Turkey Tail and Reishi. Look these up if I post more my comment will be removed by youtube overlords I've already posted three times here and it's been deleted everytime.
FYI under common reasons for low melatonin you say "caffeine and tobacco will raise melatonin " it's the oppisite is it not?
excellent video
Hi Dr Jones. I take high dose melatonin for estrogen positive breast cancer but have recently been told it increases prolactin which increases estrogen. Can you help me with this? I’m post menopausal
Did she mean to say Caffeine and Tobacco DEcrease melatonin?
so tylenol and ibuprophen pm may actually be hurting my cycles or melatonin levels
They hurt in many other ways too
Gratitude
Melatonin supplements helps?
amen it does
Useful health education pre 2019 Pandemic
Thank youuuu
Question the melatonin vitamins in the store are made from human or where is it from if we produce melatonin just wondering
🙋🏻♀️ thank you for you video . I'm having sleep problems since 8yrs and fed up totally... I am doing everything but some time for 2 nights sleep is gone n I take a pill to break it n get my cycle. So many nights i sleep only 3 hours or 2 hours🙄.. this is coming on my health.. tell me what to do to keep melatonin and seretonin level at best for my brain to fall asleep? What to do and what not to do? I'm eagerly waiting👍🏻👍🏻 I don't want pill but natural body cycle👍🏻
Please research on passiflora mother tincture and start please helps a lot for good sleep
@@Anjali-yy2si Yes .i took it 👌🏻
@@neelamjhaveri8098 is it working.... Even im facing the same issue since 3 years.. Using sleeping pills daily
Vit D3 and Vit K2. Also please check your iron levels
@@KeerthiUniverse passiflora drops ..my homeopath recommended 22 drops in water before sleep 👌🏻👌🏻 and it was working.. And Keerthi .. Since 6 months i have been sleeping good cuz i have started Pranayam every second day 👌🏻 breathing exercise.. kapalbhati and anulom vilom 👌🏻 and Bhramri 3 times in the last.. one day exercise aerobics and all second day Pranayam 😃 and I'm very happy that i get a good nap in the noon ❤️👌🏻.. we have to give body something n invest in that.. please try ..
Ok, I need to stress and drink more coffee to get the right amount of melatonin? thx
How much melatonin can you take. I take 5 MG at night.
In order for melatonin to made me sleepy i have to take more than recommended. Then brain fog the next day.i have trouble going to sleep and staying asleep.
What about Zoloft?
The slide and info around 5:10 seems be wrong. Higher and lower seem to be mixed up and it makes no sense.
0533 caffeine and tobacco. You said the will raise melatonin. Did you mean lower?
THANKS
what do you suggest if i dont have a pineal gland? mine was removed during brains surgery last month?
take melatonin in pill form before night, 3+mg is a good dose.
How was your recovery? I have a pineal tumor but I have to lose weight for the surgery because they want to do it with me sitting up and I don’t fit in the harness that they use.
Omg... Then how u are sleeping??? Only pineal gland releases melatonin
@@KeerthiUniverse you're absolutely wrong. I encourage you to do some research.
@@ryantammul5961 Please tell me how you are sleeping now.. Are you using melatonin suppliments? Im suffering with chronic insominia since 3 years... Im daily using melatonin3mg and some other tablets
very good information however please considered removing this video and re-recording. there was a MAJOR ERROR in this video.
Hey doctor, I dont have a pineal gland due to a tumor removal. Would you recommend I take melatonin or should other parts of my brain make up for the gland being gone?
Hey I'm curious how did it effect your sleep.
Do you struggle sleeping?
Are you a brown are dark skin man?
@@benjaminmelton6564 white skin man
@@ryantammul5961 we have crystal over 50 million in our brain 🧠 an inside our pineal an the medical field knows about them an the pinealglands is responsible for the connections to the universe an spiritual connections also just don't trust the medical field anymore I personally don't I have learned so much to not trust in them it really all about your diet how you putting the wrong so call foods in it
Doc.What age can take melatonin ?
Is it safe to switch medication from Olzadin 2.5mg ( olanzapine ),w/c has been taken for 10 yrs now, to melatonin 3mg?
Good morning Marilyn. Thank you for watching our video. We would suggest you discuss this potential medication change with your healthcare practitioner. Thank you!
@@PrecisionAnalytical . alternative medicine is not yet popular here in the Phil.
@@marilynalbornoz3148 melatonin is not alternative medicine lol
5:35. Hold on. She said caffeine RAISES melatonin? Seems like it would LOWER it since it definitely doesn’t help you sleep.
Plz do reply .
It was in the news I read , Do anti oxidants cause cancer ?
So caffeine and tobbaco can raise or lower melatonin? Which one is it?
Lower
I know :) the written text says lower & she said raise. Which one is it:)
I guess it’s lower & they made a mistake
Thank you :-).
Caffeine and tobacco raise melatonin?! Or you made a mistake and meant decrease!
Can i take melatonin during daytime?
What did he say it is made from?
I’ve heard the opposite...that the body gathers melatonin during the day and releases it at night. Please clarify
Amount of melatonin released in the evening is determined by the amount of natural sunlight exposed during the day.
@@gtm5650 you can have led light and blue light if the weather outside is dark
@@Србомбоница86
Thanks
Do i need precripstion to buy tis pills?
Thank u
Can u please explain that role of melatonin In skin and pigmentation
Maybe you are thinking of melanin?
Melanin is a substance in your body that produces hair, eye and skin pigmentation.
Add neuro. Mag to melatonin a complete game changer for sleep anxiety and chronic pain. Atrue life saver. Also fr mood disorders.
How can a person do a test? Can anyone share their website address? Thanks
2mg of Melatonin give my nightmares when I take them. Seriously, am not kidding.
i am on clonazeopem 0.25 what does should i start for melatonin?
Hey Dr.
I am53.male.chronic insomnia for 18 years.And using 'qutipin25mg' for long years.But for the last couple of months it does not work. How melatonin is benificial for me.And wich dosage is proper for me. Please get me an answer. Thanks.
Thank you for watching the video. Please contact your healthcare provider regarding your question. Once again, thank you.
Get infrared light (sunlight or proper NIR light). It triggers melatonin production in your cells
If it’s so good for you. Why would I need a prescription for it here in Australia
Because it's very potent. One of the strongest antioxidants. And if someone is on some type of prescription, melatonin can over power it and make it useless. You can buy melatonin off the shelf here in the u.s. . But it's recommended to talk to a doctor if you're taking other things.
@@mda0214 I heard it's a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory true ;)?
What does she say about coffee to melatonin, don't get it
You say "Caffiene will raise melatonin" but label it under Common Reasons for Low Melatonin.. which is it?
Hello. What concentration of melatonin should I take as oral supplement in order to improve my sleep. Plz advise
Many thanks
Thank you for the advices ❤
1:16 “snips” or “SNPs”?
Thank you for watching the video; SNPs.
Caffeine and tobacco raise melatonin??
Laura Hicks ever have a caffeine crash. That’s an example
I like melatonin that much I like it that much.
Good info
i use it with no ill effects...