{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Ep. 7 - Cortisol: The Good, The Bad, The Balanced","description":"Understanding and Balancing High Cortisol for Optimal Health   This episode delves into the symptoms and impacts of high cortisol levels, emphasizing the importance of hormonal balance for overall health. It challenges the negative perception of cortisol, highlighting its vital roles in stress response, metabolism, immune function, and inflammation. The discussion covers how both excessive and insufficient cortisol levels can disrupt bodily functions and contribute to health issues. The narrative underscores the significance of managing stress and maintaining a balanced circadian rhythm for cortisol regulation. Additionally, it offers insights into diagnostic testing, nutritional support, and lifestyle changes as strategies for restoring hormonal balance, with a focus on addressing the root causes of cortisol imbalance rather than just the symptoms.   00:00 The Alarming Symptoms of High Cortisol   00:46 Debunking Cortisol Myths: It's Not All Bad   02:07 Understanding Cortisol: The Stress Hormone Explained   02:59 The Dual Nature of Cortisol: Both Hero and Villain   03:47 Cortisol's Impact on Your Body: From Immunity to Memory   05:02 Balancing Act: The Importance of Regulating Cortisol   09:34 The Circadian Rhythm Connection: Cortisol and Sleep   10:30 Navigating Hormone Supplementation with Caution   19:51 Natural Remedies and Nutrients for Cortisol Balance   22:54 Detoxifying Your Body and Environment for Better Health   24:36 Foundational Health: Getting Back to Basics   26:13 Empowerment and Healing: You Hold the Power ","author_name":"Fix My Fatigue","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/508518","html":"