105. Melatonin: The Hormone Everyone Thinks Is Just a Supplement

Melatonin isn't just a supplement you grab at the drugstore—it's a hormone. And it's doing so much more in your body than just making you drowsy at bedtime. From supporting ovulation and progesterone production to reducing menstrual migraines, helping with perimenopause sleep issues, and even promoting hair growth, melatonin is essential for women's hormonal health. In this episode, I'm breaking down what melatonin actually is, how it works, what suppresses it, and when (and if) you should supplement.In this episode we explore:What melatonin actually isHow melatonin supports ovulation, reduces menstrual migraines, and helps with perimenopause sleep disruptionsWhat suppresses melatonin production Why you need to support your body's natural melatonin production before reaching for supplementsResources:Book Your Free Hormone Clarity Call to start getting answers for all your hormone questions.Take my “What Hormone is Running the Show” QuizJoin my Hormone Unfiltered NewsletterAbout KateKate Nguy is the founder of Shee Revival and a Certified Hormone Health Practitioner and Cycle-Syncing Strategist who helps busy women in their 30s and 40s balance their hormones and reclaim their energy. Specializing in the hormonal ups and downs of midlife—from PMS and perimenopause to burnout and cortisol overload—Kate guides women to feel at home in their bodies and live in sync with their natural cycles. Through cycle syncing, hormone hacks, and nervous system regulation, Kate empowers women to rebalance their hormones, reconnect to their bodies, and revive the vibrant, grounded version of themselves underneath the overwhelm.Tune in now and join the movement toward better hormone health!Follow me @hormoneswithkate on Instagram for more insights, tips, and support!