May 3rd, 2023.
Presented by Krista Anderson Ross, ND for Doctor’s Data, Inc.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn the basics of when, where and how melatonin is produced in the human body
- Review the ever-expanding resume of melatonin’s qualities and physiologic functions with special emphasis on immunity and inflammation during sleep
- Assess melatonin’s essential role in the homeostasis of physiologic systems: GI, cardiovascular, blood sugar homeostasis and endocrine regulation
- Discuss melatonin throughout the life cycle and situations where supplementation has been shown to be beneficial or contraindicated during childhood and adolescence, menopause, and aging
- Survey supplementation considerations including synthetic versus plant-based, toxicity, and quality control issues that can impact dosages and side effects
- Consider information on dosing and duration of use
- Side effects, contraindications and drug interactions