Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast

DRINK 1/2 CUP DAILY to Lower Cortisol, Lose Belly Fat, and Help Depression

May 6, 2023
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INSIGHT

Cortisol Resistance Insight

  • Chronic high cortisol causes cortisol resistance similar to insulin resistance.
  • The body has high cortisol but the receptors are blocked, causing many health issues.
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Genetic Role in Cortisol Problems

  • Cortisol issues can arise from stress or genetic enzyme problems.
  • Both enzyme overactivity and underactivity cause cortisol-related health problems.
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Effects of High Cortisol

  • High cortisol causes depression, anxiety, belly fat, and metabolic problems.
  • It leads the body to rely on glucose instead of fat for energy during stress.
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