In this episode of Stop Feeling Like Shit, we dive deep into the often misunderstood world of cortisol and adrenal dysfunction with Joe Gambradella. Cortisol, known as the stress hormone, plays a pivotal role in our body's response to stressors, but what happens when this delicate system goes awry? Join us as Joe sheds light on the intricacies of adrenal health, exploring how imbalances in cortisol levels can wreak havoc on our physical and mental well-being. From chronic stress to adrenal fatigue, we uncover the signs, symptoms, and strategies for reclaiming balance in our lives. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that offers valuable insights and practical tips for navigating the complexities of cortisol and adrenal dysfunction.

Show Notes:

[1:15] - Meet Joe!

[2:20] - As we age, treatment and prevention changes

[4:00] - Stressful Events & Cortisol

[4:55] - Cortisol isn't always a bad thing

[5:24] - Types of stress on the body

[6:44] - How inflammation effects the body

[8:20] - Getting the right tests to really know what's happening in your body, Saliva Testing

[10:01] - If you don't get cortisol under control your body will continue to break down

[10:30] - Daniela's experience with her symptoms & adrenals

[11:40] - 5 Categories of symptoms

[12:38] - Brain Fog

[14:30] - Acid amounts in your stomach

[15:24] - Basic testing doesn't detect all core issues

[16:26] - Why getting multiple tests matters

[18:13] - The money investment and some tests only have to be done once in your life

[19:18] - Supplements

[20:48] - Test Results

[22:22] - Autoimmune Diseases

[24:47] - Types of stress and how your body can't tell the difference

[26:16] - Common things you will see when you should get your adrenals checked

More about Joe:

www.apmrmiami.com

IG @apmrmiami

Dr. Joseph earned his bachelor’s degree from Villanova University before graduating with high honors from Life University College of Chiropractic in Marietta, Georgia. He is certified as a neuro-muscular therapist and has earned post-doctorate degrees in the field of sports medicine and rehabilitation in the treatment of temporal-mandibular joint dysfunction.  He is the founder of Advanced Physical Medicine & Rehab of Miami where he practices the life-changing benefits of non-surgical spinal decompression therapy, regenerative medicine, anti-aging hormone replacement therapy, and functional medicine. 

Dr. Gambardella is a member of the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians, where he is recognized as a certified chiropractic sports physician. He is board-certified in advanced training for disc disorders through the International Medical Advisory Board on Spinal Decompression and is a contributing author to The Ultimate Spinal Decompression Book by Dr. Eric Kaplan and Dr. Perry Bard. He is an Anti-Aging Healthcare Practitioner Diplomat certified through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and has dual Fellowships in Stem Cell Therapy and Functional Medicine.

Dr. Joseph has worked as an assistant physician for the University of Miami football team and as the team physician for the FIU women’s sand volleyball team. He is an extension faculty member of Life University College of Chiropractic, Palmer Chiropractic College, and a contributing author of the number one bestseller, The World’s Best Kept Health Secret Revealed, Vol III. He currently hosts the “Healthy Dose” podcast, where shares his 25 years of practice experience with patients seeking non-drug non-surgical solutions to chronic pain and practical solutions to maximize and extend the quality of life.