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Published Oct 22, 2020

High Cortisol Isn't Bad: it Helps Blood Sugar & Immunity w/ Carrie Jones, ND

Dr. Carrie Jones and Mike Mutzel explore the complexities of cortisol metabolism, highlighting its essential role in managing blood sugar and immunity. They delve into the impact of stress, medications, and hormone testing on health, offering valuable insights for better hormone-related health decisions.

Episode Highlights

Topics covered

Cortisol Metabolism
01
Hormonal Effects
02

Questions from this episode

- What is cortisol?
  Asked by 141 people
- What are the benefits of DHEA?
  Asked by 104 people
- How does light affect circadian rhythms?
  Asked by 63 people
- How does birth control impact health?
  Asked by 23 people
- How does alcohol affect hormones?
  Asked by 15 people
- What supplements help with hair loss?
  Asked by 13 people
- How does circadian rhythm affect productivity?
  Asked by 8 people
- What are the pros and cons of progesterone in hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?
  Asked by 7 people
- Can you tell me more about Liposomal Glutathione, N-Acetyl Cysteine, and Sulforaphane for supporting liver detoxification?
  Asked by 6 people
- What's the deal with DHEA?
  Asked by 5 people
- How can you tell if your cortisol level is too high?
  Asked by 3 people
- Does relaxation raise the stress threshold?
  Asked by 3 people
- What are the benefits of thyroid health?
  Asked by 3 people
- How does natural light affect sleep?
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- What are some quotes on cortisol?
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Episode Highlights

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