Chronic Stress and HPA Axis Dysfunction
Learn more about how chronic stress affects the brain and the HPA axis in this episode of the DUTCH Podcast.
Dr Deb Matthew joins Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, to discuss how to recognize hormonal changes caused by stress and consistently elevated cortisol levels, the common signs and symptoms associated with chronic stress, and how often stress ends up being the root cause in patient consultations. You’ll also hear some of Dr Matthew’s favourite tips to help improve your stress response.
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