{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Cortisol, stress & women\u2019s health: What\u2019s fact and what\u2019s social media fiction?","description":"In this episode, host Gurpreet Kaur speaks with Dr. Gaganjot Sandhu about cortisol, stress and women\u2019s health. The conversation explores what cortisol actually does in the body, why it is essential, and what people really mean when they say they have \u201chigh cortisol.\u201d They also discuss how stress and cortisol may affect women differently during menstruation, pregnancy, postpartum and menopause. From weight gain and poor sleep to fatigue, cravings and anxiety, many symptoms are now being linked to cortisol on social media. Dr. Sandhu separates medical facts from wellness misinformation, explains when cortisol testing may be appropriate, and discusses the growing trend of cortisol supplements, \u201ccortisol cocktails\u201d and special diets. The episode also highlights evidence-based ways to manage chronic stress and improve sleep, along with an important reminder about what health advice people should stop believing simply because it is trending online. ","author_name":"RED FM Calgary","author_url":"http:\/\/calgaryredfm.libsyn.com\/website","html":"