Introduction: Cortisol, often dubbed as the stress hormone, plays a vital role in the body’s response to stress. Cortisol is not all bad. In an acute situation, it’s actually quite helpful. However, when cortisol levels become chronically elevated, it can lead to a myriad of health issues, including, as I mentioned in last week’s blog, […]

On New Year’s Day, I was notified that a girlfriend of mine suffered a massive heart attack on Dec. 28th. She was in severe cardiogenic shock, requiring the heart-lung (ECMO) machine for two weeks, a mechanical ventilator for three weeks, dialysis, and has had strokes as well. While she is slowly recovery from this major […]

Hey there! With the holiday season just around the corner, it’s time to gear up for joy, festivities, and… let’s face it, a bit of stress, even eustress, is still stress on the body, mind, and spirit. But fear not! I’ve put together a guide to help us all navigate this wonderful time of the […]

Hey there, hormonal balance enthusiasts.  We all want to rock that perfect body composition, right? But guess what? It’s not just about diet and exercise. Hormonal balance plays a major role too! So, let’s dive into the exciting world of hormones and body composition. I’ll share some practical tips to help you optimize your hormonal […]