WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CORTISOL?

Cortisol is a hormone made in the adrenal glands and derived from pregnenolone, commonly known as the "stress hormone". Although in excess, cortisol can be harmful, let's not forget that cortisol deficiency can also be detrimental to our health. Some functions of cortisol include bone turnover, immune response regulation, stress response, balances blood sugar, controls weight, helps with protein synthesis, aids in sleep, improves mood, has anti-inflammatory effects, balances DHEA, participates with aldosterone in sodium reabsorption, and more.

Some signs and symptoms of cortisol deficiency are: Increased risk of alcoholism and drug addiction, allergies (including environmental sensitivities and chemical intolerances), decreased immunity, decreased sexual interest, digestive problems, Fatigue, emotional imbalance, PCOS, PMS, poor healing, sensitivity to light, hypothyroidism that does not response to medication, increased symptoms of andropause in men, etc.

WHAT CAUSES CORTISOL DEFICIENCY?

Diet, long term stress, disturbances of the gut microbiome, inflammation, chronic pain, poor sleep hygiene, depression, severe allergies, toxic exposure, overly aggressive exercise, and more.

HOW DO I FIX IT?

There are several therapies, depending on other co-existing conditions. Are you experiencing any of these symptoms?

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