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Cortisol & Chronic Inflammation Tired all the time? Struggling to think clearly, sleep well, or lose weight? These problems might be caused by inflammation and high stress levels. Stress can throw your body out of balance, leading to a cycle that makes it hard to feel better. You’re not alone in this. Let’s look at what’s going on and how you can start feeling like yourself again. Chronic Inflammation & High Cortisol Symptoms The connection between high cortisol levels and chronic inflammation often goes unnoticed because their symptoms mimic each other. Both can lead to: Persistent fatigue, even after rest...

It’s important to understand how stress affects your hormones. When you're stressed, your body produces more cortisol. While cortisol is necessary for your bodies during stress, too much can harm your sleep. Research shows that high cortisol can reduce REM sleep and increase awakenings during the night. This means you might wake up more often and not feel rested. Additionally, high cortisol levels can take resources away from hormones like estrogen and progesterone, which can worsen mood.  High cortisol levels can disrupt your sleep Chronic stress disrupt your body’s natural sleep cycle. If cortisol levels stay high at night, it becomes harder to...

You may have heard the term cortisol steal (or pregnenolone steal) in relation to stress and hormones. It refers to how, under chronic stress, the body prioritizes cortisol production at the expense of other essential hormones like estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. For those experiencing high stress, stored trauma, or hormone imbalances, understanding how cortisol affects the body can illuminate frustrating symptoms and offer a path to relief.   Common Symptoms of Cortisol Steal  The cortisol steal often contributes to frustrating symptoms, such as: Fatigue: With the body constantly producing cortisol, energy levels can feel drained. Sleep Disturbances: High cortisol, particularly...