Understanding Adrenal Fatigue AKA Burnout
What is adrenal fatigue? Adrenal Fatigue or burnout is an stress-related condition that occurs when your adrenal glands, hypothalamus and pituitary gland are functioning below their optimal level. It is the result of chronic physical or emotional stress disrupting the body’s ability to make stress hormones in the right amounts and at the right time […]
The Role Cortisol Plays In Weight Gain
Did you ever think that Cortisol, a steroid hormone, may be responsible for your excess and stubborn kilos? Stress is a part of our everyday lives, it’s a natural body response that in small amounts is actually beneficial for the body, challenging and helping us adapt on a physical and emotional level. We are lucky […]