41. Four Ways to Treat Cortisol Naturally

In the episode of the She's Healthy Podcast your host and Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner Lori Aikman discussed 4 Ways for Busy Professional Women to regulate their cortisol levels naturally. Ready to boost your energy easily? Click the link to access the FREE Essential Energy Shift Video Series: https://crownexecutivehealth.com/

Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction

02:11 Testing Cortisol Levels

04:29 Lifestyle Changes to Support Cortisol Balance

06:39 Incorporating Relaxation and Calmness into Daily Life

08:51 Conclusion and Next Steps

11:11 Stimulating the Vagus Nerve: Techniques and Benefits

13:18 Gargling Water for Vagus Nerve Stimulation

15:33 Regulating the Circadian Rhythm

20:02 Improving Sleep Quality by Going to Bed Before 10 p.m.

22:26 The Impact of Quitting Caffeine on Energy Levels

24:36 Controlling Blood Sugar Levels

26:45 Starting the Day with Balanced Carbs

27:48 Treating the Root Cause

28:18 Addressing Underlying Causes of Inflammation

29:54 Treat Underlying Infections

33:13 Boosting Energy Levels with 'The Essential Energy Shift

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