The Dr. Hyman Show How Chronic Stress Creates Hormonal Havoc
Mar 24, 2023
Chronic stress is wreaking havoc on our health, leading to increased cortisol and adrenaline, which can cause weight gain and memory issues. Practical strategies like compassion and adequate sleep are crucial for stress management. Discover how diet plays a significant role in mitigating stress effects, with a focus on whole foods and relaxation techniques. The discussion emphasizes the serious health implications of neglecting stress and the importance of self-care for overall well-being.
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Chronic Stress Effects
- Chronic stress, a modern-day epidemic, has detrimental effects on our health, increasing risks of heart disease, cancer, and dementia.
- It shrinks the brain's memory center, causes weight gain, leads to diabetes, and contributes to issues like depression and infertility.
Stress Hormones
- Stress elevates cortisol, leading to muscle wasting, high blood pressure, increased blood sugar, belly fat, and memory impairment.
- Adrenaline, also released during stress, contributes to anxiety, irritability, high blood pressure, and potential memory damage.
Diet and Stress Response
- Diet significantly influences our stress response.
- Foods like sugar and starch trigger a biological stress response similar to a physical threat.
