The Dr. Josh Axe Show The Secret to Rebalancing Hormones Naturally
Jun 23, 2025
Discover the vital role of two master hormones in your overall health. Learn how blood sugar, sleep, and gut health directly impact hormone levels. Find out which common medications can disrupt hormonal balance and explore natural alternatives. Additionally, uncover the best foods, peptides, and daily habits that can help restore harmony in your body. This enlightening discussion highlights how lifestyle changes, in collaboration with healthcare experts, can lead to significant improvements in hormonal health.
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Cortisol and Insulin Master Hormones
- Cortisol and insulin are master hormones that impact almost all other hormones in your body.
- Chronic stress elevates cortisol, which disrupts thyroid, reproductive hormones, and increases insulin.
Optimize Sleep for Hormone Health
- Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep to balance hormones and reduce cortisol.
- Create a dark, cool room; avoid blue light before bed for best sleep results.
Sleep With Nature's Rhythm
- Align your sleep schedule with natural light cycles, sleeping when the sun sets and waking with sunrise.
- Aim for a pitch-black, cool room temperature between 62 and 68 degrees for optimal hormone balance.