10/26/2026
Melatonin is more than a sleep hormone. It is a powerful antioxidant that helps regulate estrogen and cell repair, and your body only makes it in the dark.
The World Health Organization's cancer agency classifies night-shift work as a probable carcinogen, largely
because of disrupted circadian rhythm.
Chronic stress pulls the same lever: high cortisol disrupts sleep, blood sugar, and immune surveillance.
Here are some helpful tips for you to try this week:
Dim the lights after sunset, put the phone down an hour before bed, sleep in a truly dark room, and get morning sunlight in your eyes.
Tell us: what is one thing stealing your sleep?
Educational content only, not medical advice. Talk with your healthcare team