THE ROLE OF CORTISOL IN THE BODY: Understanding how to balance cortisol levels, support your thyroid, and find a more balanced approach to health with Functional Nutritionist Micaela Riley

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Today we are joined by Functional Nutritionist and owner of Be Balanced, Micaela Riley. In this episode, we learn about about her health journey and her experience with cortisol issues that ultimately led her to burning out and forcing her to make changes. Through her transformation and expertise, she has been able to help countless women make their own transformations. We discuss the reasons why cortisol issues are prevalent in today's society, including overexercising and lifestyle factors, and highlight the need for a balanced approach to health. This episode is packed with tips and tools to help support your health journey!Topics in this episode:Cortisol, what it is and what does high and low cortisol look likeOver-exercising and its negative effects on cortisol levels/overall healthIdentifying and addressing imbalanced cortisol levels through personalized testingHow to improve puffiness, swelling, and other physical symptomsWhy slowing down, saying no, and not overcommitting are important for reducing stressHow to find a more balanced approach with yourself and your healthHow the nervous system plays a role in healing, and how practices like red light therapy and cold therapy can be beneficialPractical tips for reducing stress to include getting sunshine, practicing relaxation techniques, and finding affordable ways to improve healthFollow Micaela on InstagramWork with Micaela/join her program HEREEpisode sponsor:LMNT: Use our link for a free LMNT sample pack with purchaseFollow GUT TALK GIRLS on social:InstagramTiktok

THE ROLE OF CORTISOL IN THE BODY: Understanding how to balance cortisol levels, support your thyroid, and find a more balanced approach to health with Functional Nutritionist Micaela Riley

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