Melatonin: A Deep Dive into the Science Beyond Sleep
You've been told melatonin is just a simple sleep aid, but that's barely scratching the surface. Despite recent, misleading headlines from the AHA , melatonin is one of the body's most potent protective molecules.
This deep dive into the research reveals its true role as the "body's night-shift supervisor". I explore its power as a master antioxidant that boosts glutathione and a strong anti-inflammatory. Discover its critical function in metabolic health, where it improves insulin sensitivity and allows your pancreas to heal at night. Learn how it's essential for neuroprotection, enhancing the brain's "glymphatic detox" system during deep sleep to clear beta-amyloid proteins linked to Alzheimer's.
I also bust dangerous myths about dosing (no, it won't shut down your natural production ) and explore why it's a far superior choice to pharmaceuticals like Ambien, which may reduce this vital brain-cleaning process.
Apolipoproteins: Key Drivers of Cardiovascular Health and Risk
Managing cardiovascular risk demands we look far beyond conventional cholesterol panels. The true drivers of atherosclerosis are the ApoB-containing particles, which I often refer to as the "bullets" that directly cause vascular injury. Today's article explores Apolipoproteins and how they are key drivers of cardiovascular health and risk.
Statins: Common Perceptions Versus Clinical Reality in Women
Statins are widely prescribed medications, primarily known for their ability to lower cholesterol, but what is the clinical reality of statin use in women?
In my clinical practice, and supported by a growing amount of scientific literature, the approach to cardiovascular health, especially in women, necessitates a shift from a "cholesterol-centric" view to a holistic, hormone-optimizing strategy. While statins remain an option for secondary prevention, particularly in specific indications, it's crucial to acknowledge their limitations and potential collateral damage. The profound protective effects of optimized hormones, often able to reverse the very pathology statins struggle to address, present a compelling and evidence-based alternative or complementary strategy that is unfortunately underutilized and often misunderstood within conventional medicine.
Ultimately, empowering patients with this knowledge allows for true shared decision-making, where the full spectrum of benefits and risks from all available therapies, including hormone optimization, can be thoroughly considered.