Kelly Engelmann and Lori Esarey

The Synergee Podcast

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  • Melatonin, Mitochondria & the Maternal Line with Dr. Deanna Minich

Melatonin, Mitochondria & the Maternal Line with Dr. Deanna Minich

Monday 21st July 2025

Explore melatonin's role beyond sleep with Dr. Deanna Minich. Discover mitochondrial health, hormone balance, and the Reset to Resilience app.
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The Synergee Podcast
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Kelly Engelmann and Lori Esarey
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Unlocking Melatonin: More Than Just Sleep Aid

Episode Overview

  • Melatonin regulates mitochondrial health and immune resilience.
  • Understanding maternal mitochondrial lineage impacts health.
  • Light influences hormone signaling and overall well-being.
  • The Reset to Resilience app offers personalized wellness plans.
  • Dr. Deanna Minich bridges conventional science and ancient wisdom.
Melatonin might just be the body's best kept secret, regulating mitochondrial health, mood, and immune resilience.
In this enlightening episode of the Synergy Podcast, hosts Lori and Kelly are joined by Dr. Deanna Minich, a renowned expert in integrative health and functional nutrition. Dr. Minich brings over two decades of experience as a nutrition scientist, educator, and author, making her a trailblazer in the field. Together, they delve into the multifaceted role of melatonin, a hormone often underestimated and primarily associated with sleep regulation.
Melatonin is revealed as a crucial regulator of mitochondrial health, immune resilience, and hormone balance. Dr. Minich shares insights into how understanding one's maternal mitochondrial lineage can provide valuable information about health predispositions. The conversation also touches on the powerful impact of light on hormone signaling, emphasizing the importance of natural light exposure for maintaining optimal health. Listeners are introduced to the Reset to Resilience app, a new initiative by Lori and Kelly.
The app is designed to offer personalized wellness plans and daily guidance rooted in a functional medicine approach, aiming to empower women to reclaim their health. The app's pilot program is open to 15 founding members, providing them with lifetime perks and a supportive community. Throughout the episode, Dr. Minich emphasizes the importance of bridging the gap between conventional science and ancient wisdom. Her colorful, whole-self approach to nourishment highlights the connection between food, mood, hormones, and spiritual well-being.
The discussion takes a deeper look at melatonin's influence on mitochondrial function, mood regulation, and immune health. Dr. Minich also explores the potential risks of neurodegenerative diseases linked to sleep disturbances and the importance of maintaining a balanced inflammatory response through omega-3 and omega-6. Overall, the episode provides listeners with science-backed wisdom and holistic insights, encouraging them to rethink their approach to health and wellness. Dr.
Minich's passion for integrating scientific knowledge with spiritual awareness shines through, making this episode a must-listen for those seeking a deeper understanding of their body's hidden rhythms and the critical role of melatonin.
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