In this episode of Coffee with the Docs, Dr. Nicole and Dr. Abby delve into the intricate relationship between cortisol, stress, and hormones. They discuss how high cortisol levels can disrupt hormonal balance and share effective strategies for managing stress and improving overall health. The conversation emphasizes the importance of lifestyle changes, including meditation, breath work, and monitoring blood sugar levels, to achieve hormonal balance. The hosts also touch on the impact of information overload on stress levels and suggest taking breaks from social media to improve mental well-being.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Hormonal Health

01:52 Understanding Cortisol and Its Impact

08:35 Strategies to Lower Cortisol Levels

11:23 The Role of Circadian Rhythms

14:13 Managing Screen Time and Stress

15:08 The Impact of Environment on Media Consumption

16:15 Breath Work and Meditation for Stress Relief

17:49 Lifestyle Changes for Hormonal Balance

18:53 Understanding Blood Sugar and Stress

20:57 The Role of Continuous Glucose Monitoring

24:09 The Effects of Food Choices on Blood Sugar

25:42 The Influence of Information Overload on Stress Levels

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