Treated with Dr. Sara Szal

Start Here: The Hormone Series with Dr. Sara

Jul 2, 2025
Dive into the fascinating world of hormones and discover their essential roles in your health! Learn how cortisol influences everything from mood to metabolism. Explore common hormonal imbalances like endometriosis and PCOS, and why they often go undiagnosed. Delve into thyroid function, unraveling the complexities of T4 and T3, and their impact on energy levels. Plus, get practical tips for advocating for your hormonal health and understanding test results. It's all about bridging the gap between biochemistry and better care!
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Hormones: Small Molecules, Big Effects

  • Hormones are tiny chemical messengers that regulate mood, energy, metabolism, sleep, libido, and immune function.
  • Small changes in hormone levels produce big effects, as hormones act like keys fitting into specific cellular receptors.
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Cortisol Rules Hormonal Hierarchy

  • The "Big Five" hormones are estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, thyroid, and cortisol.
  • Cortisol is the hierarchy boss hormone, essential for survival, whereas others mainly enhance quality of life.
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Estrogen: Protector and Profiteer

  • Estrogen is a multitasking hormone crucial for mood, memory, metabolism, and immune function beyond just reproductive roles.
  • Environmental toxins like plastics contain xenoestrogens that disrupt estrogen balance in men and women alike.
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