06/10/2026
Did you know melatonin is one of the most powerful antioxidants?
It acts on specific cell receprors MT1and MT2 which are found in almost all peripheral tissues and the Central Nervous System. It enhances GABA activity contributing to a calming effect. It contributes to lowering blood pressure, regulates vascular tone and is beneficial for sleep and overall wellbeing.
This is why its important we spend less time on our phones at night so we dont disrupt our sleeping patterns and potentially impact our s*x hormones in both men and women.
Melatonin production peaks during REM sleep so its vital we get 7-8 hours of decent sleep. Peak melatonin production is at 3am, which in TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) clock is the time our lungs are cleansed.
Exposuse to the first rays of sunlight in the morning and last rays at night are a natural form of increasing melatonin production and will reset our biological clocks.
Also having a teaspoon of Extra Virgin Olive oil before bed, which contains Melatonin will also increase production.