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.
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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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