S4 E7: Calming The Cortisol: Is This Causing Belly Fat, Bloating, Cravings, Low Energy + Mood Swings?

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S4 E7: Calming The Cortisol: Is This Causing Belly Fat, Bloating, Cravings, Low Energy + Mood Swings?
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It’s time that we tackle a hot topic that’s at the root of sooo many health issues – cortisol imbalance.

If you follow any health or wellness account on social media, I know you’re seeing content regarding cortisol. Yeah..it’s trending everywhere, and is definitely having its moment right now!

While some of these cortisol ‘balancing’ products that you’re seeing and hearing about are gimmicky, cortisol is super important, and we need to pay attention to it. Cortisol is much more than just the body’s stress hormone – it plays a critical role in our overall well-being.

In today’s episode, I want to share a kind of ‘crash course’ into cortisol, and how it impacts everything from your mood and sleep, to your immune system and gut health. I’m diving into the signs for high cortisol vs. low cortisol, 5 common causes that lead to cortisol imbalances, practical steps you can take to support healthy levels of cortisol, and more.

If you’re experiencing chronic stress, sleep issues, or you’re just feeling ‘off’, I’ve got good news – you CAN feel safe and regulated again. I’m excited to announce our upcoming, FREE 10 day challenge, Calm The Cortisol, kicking off November 4th, 2024!I really want to help you get to the root cause of your hormonal imbalances + optimize your health & well-being. Whether you’re ready to join the 10 day cortisol challenge or work closely with our team in our 1-1 Deep Dive Program, it’s possible for you to master your cortisol levels, and feel healthy and resilient!!

Episode Recap: 

  • What cortisol actually is + what it does {4:01}
  • Symptoms of high cortisol for extended periods of time {6:36}
  • Symptoms of low cortisol for long periods of time {9:49}
  • 5 common causes that lead to cortisol imbalances {11:35}
  • How cortisol greatly affects the body + why this should matter to you {20:13}
  • Practical steps to help you support healthy levels of cortisol {23:56}

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**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.

More About the Fueled & Free Podcast:

Hosted by Margaret Powell, a Holistic Nutritionist, The Fueled & Free Podcast is a women’s health podcast that helps you cut through the noise of the wellness world, ditch diet culture & reclaim your metabolism.

Informative and relatable wisdom + guidance for the everyday woman, we cover topics on nutrition, hormones, gut health, thyroid health, nervous system regulation tools, motherhood, and more. New episodes release every Wednesday! Connect with Margaret on Instagram @margaretannpowell or email fueledandfreepodcast@gmail.com. To learn more about working with Margaret, head to https://fueledandfree.com.

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Hey, I'm Margaret

I'm a Certified Holistic Nutritionist + Holistic Health Coach, Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist and owner of an integrative virtual wellness clinic that has helped hundreds of women on their journey to optimal health.

I know from my own personal health journey that it's possible to reclaim my body after years of struggling. I was confused and overwhelmed, dismissed by health providers who didn't take the time to understand the "why" behind my symptoms. Then I discovered Functional Nutrition and worked through the process of unraveling the root causes behind my struggles, everything changed.

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