Is chronic stress holding you back from achieving optimal health? Today we dive into the symptoms of chronic stress, how cortisol can inhibit weight loss and immunity, testing options to assess HPA-axis dysregulation, and our top biohacks to manage stress right away.
SHOW NOTES:
1:20 Welcome to Season 4!
2:24 Stress, adrenals & cortisol
2:59 Statistics on stress
3:52 Common symptoms of chronic stress
4:27 “Wired and Tired”
6:18 What is cortisol & it’s role in the body
8:13 “Cortisol Belly”
9:35 Exercise as stress reduction?
11:16 Adrenal glands
12:00 Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Axis
13:42 Chronic vs Acute Stress or Hormesis
15:50 Dr. Alan Christianson’s Adrenal Quiz
16:29 Different types of stress
18:52 Hormesis & Good stress
19:45 Environmental stressors
20:23 Stealth infections
22:04 Stress & Resilience
23:00 The perception of stress
23:59 Starting with the basics
25:42 Check your stress bucket
26:04 Lab Testing options
27:20 Heart Rate Variability testing
28:14 “Working in” vs “Working out”
29:24 Lauren’s experience with chronic cardio
32:16 Balancing blood sugar
35:30 Hidden stressors for weight loss
36:10 The importance of testing
37:41 Other tips for stress reduction
38:39 Toxin-free lifestyle
39:51 Supplements for stress
43:31 “Test, don’t guess”
44:51 Coming up in Season 4
45:16 Thanks for tuning in!
RESOURCES:
Dr. Alan Christianson’s Adrenal Quiz
BB Episode #4 – Why Recovery Is More Important Than Your Workout
BB Episode #19 – Troubleshooting Weight Loss
OURA Ring to track sleep & HRV
DUTCH Testing – Email us for more info
BB Episodes on Blood Sugar:
#55 – The Ups and Downs of Blood Sugar
#58 – Controlling Blood Sugar: A Deep Dive
#61 – Q&A: Blood Glucose & Gut Health
BB Episode #7 – The Dirt About Your Personal Care
EWG.org – Check for environmental toxins
Supplements:
- BiOptimizers Magnesium
- Liposomal B Supreme – Use code FIRST20NOW for 20% off
- Adaptogens – HPA Adapt (Add AMAZON link)
- L-Theanine – CatecholaCalm – Use code FIRST20NOW for 20% off
- RCVR CBD Oil – Use code BIOHACKERBABES for 20% off
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