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The Truth About Melatonin and Sleep
1:22:56 - 1:30:39 (07:43)
Melatonin may not be a natural sleep hormone and taking common dosages can result in higher levels of the hormone in your bloodstream. It is also unusual as it does not lead to the tolerance and withdrawal effects of other sleep aids.
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A 10 minute nap can have short-term effects on alertness while energy drinks can also provide a boost but may have negative consequences in the long run.
1:22:56 - 1:24:16 (01:20)
Summary
A 10 minute nap can have short-term effects on alertness while energy drinks can also provide a boost but may have negative consequences in the long run.
ChapterThe Truth About Melatonin and Sleep
Episode#027 - Dr Greg Potter - The Definitive Guide To Sleep
PodcastModern Wisdom
Melatonin levels in the blood may be orders of magnitude higher with a common melatonin dose of 2 milligrams, potentially affecting the body's glucose disposal system for those with a particular variant to the melatonin receptor.
1:24:16 - 1:28:08 (03:51)
Summary
Melatonin levels in the blood may be orders of magnitude higher with a common melatonin dose of 2 milligrams, potentially affecting the body's glucose disposal system for those with a particular variant to the melatonin receptor. However, unlike other sleep aids, melatonin does not seem to lead to tolerance and withdrawal effects.
ChapterThe Truth About Melatonin and Sleep
Episode#027 - Dr Greg Potter - The Definitive Guide To Sleep
PodcastModern Wisdom
Certain supplements such as tryptophan and glycine have shown some effects on sleep in early research studies.
1:28:08 - 1:30:39 (02:31)
Summary
Certain supplements such as tryptophan and glycine have shown some effects on sleep in early research studies. However, serotonin is not a sleep hormone, contrary to popular belief.