Radio Fitness Revolucionario 317: Entendiendo y Combatiendo el Estrés, con el Dr. Carlos Jaramillo
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Jun 16, 2022 In this discussion, Dr. Carlos Jaramillo, a Colombian physician and author of 'El milagro anti-estrés,' dives into the complexities of stress. He explains the different types of stress—physical, chemical, and emotional—and their impact on health. The conversation covers adrenal fatigue, autoimmune conditions, and how cortisol levels fluctuate. Dr. Jaramillo shares insights on natural supplements like magnesium and adaptogens for stress management. He also emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and mindfulness practices for emotional well-being.
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Stress Led To A Near-Fatal Breakpoint
- Carlos recounts a period of severe stress culminating in meningitis and intensive care hospitalization.
- He uses this experience to show how stress can silently break down the body's ability to respond.
Hormesis Versus Allostasis Explained
- Carlos distinguishes hormesis (maintenance) from allostasis (major adaptive switch) in stress responses.
- Chronic prolonged allostasis exhausts adaptation and leads to loss of stress-response capacity.
Different Stressors Feed One System
- Stress can be mental, physical, or chemical but all feed the same autonomic funnel.
- The brain treats imagined threats like real ones, producing identical hormonal responses.
