#86: Why So Many Women Think They Have Cortisol Problems…Have We Completely Misunderstood It?

If social media is to be believed, cortisol is responsible for everything.

Tired? Cortisol. Can't lose weight? Cortisol.

But what if we've misunderstood one of the body's most important hormones?

In this episode of Double Dose of Wellness, Andrea and Nicki separate social media myths from evidence-based reality to help you better understand what cortisol actually does: and why it may not be the villain it's been made out to be.

As healthcare professionals, we've noticed a growing trend: more and more women believe their bodies are working against them.

"My hormones are broken.""My metabolism is damaged."

In this episode, we discuss:

What cortisol actually does and why it's essential for life

The biggest social media myths about cortisol

Why fatigue, weight gain, poor sleep, and anxiety aren't always caused by one hormone

Instead of asking, "How do I lower my cortisol?" perhaps a better question is:

"What is my body trying to tell me?"