What is cortisol, and why is it important? Cortisol is a critical steroid hormone your adrenal glands produce in response to stress and low blood glucose. It plays a vital role in various body functions, including metabolism regulation, immune response,… Read More »Cortisol: How Stress Hormones Shape Our Health, Weight, and Well-Being
Introduction The human body is a complex system of interconnected components that work together to maintain optimal health. One crucial system in regulating stress and maintaining balance is the HPA axis, consisting of the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and adrenal glands.… Read More »Understanding HPA Axis Dysfunction aka Adrenal Fatigue: Symptoms, Causes, Testing, and Natural Treatment
Are your coping mechanisms maxed out? As a population, we are overwhelmed with too many demands on our time. Only you know what is stressing you out. Maybe it’s your family, your boss, finances, job security, or school. Whatever it… Read More »How to Cope With Stress to Relieve Your Anxiety
What Role Do Hormones Play in IBS? Do hormones cause gut problems or do gut problems cause hormone problems? Or maybe both. Your gut and your hormones are intricately intertwined. Problems with one can cause problems with the other. Let’s… Read More »Your Hormones and Your Gut