Episode 380: Part 3: Cortisol and Stress with Dr. LuLu Shimek

Series #3 Cortisol and Stress:  

In this episode of Oh My Heath ... There's HOPE! Jana talks with Dr. LuLu Shimek.

Dr. Shimek is a Naturopathic Physician and expert in genetic health, working with patients experiencing chronic disease: hormonal imbalance, endocrine disorders, gastrointestinal dysfunction, depression, anxiety, and fatigue. She believes that once we dive deep down to the root of the problem of the distortion and ignite our body's innate ability to heal, we see unimaginable changes in our well-being.

Her passion lies in helping people discover their zest and joy for life that has been lost along their path of illness. Before starting Dr. LuLu Naturopathic Clinic, she journeyed through many careers, a true “renaissance woman”. Dr. LuLu studied interior design at the University of Georgia and has a doctorate from the prestigious Bastyr University. She also is an herbal formulator, international speaker, and author spreading the message of health and educating about prevention and wellbeing. Her podcast, The Genetic Genius, is dedicated to genomics and planetary alternative health. Her new book will focus on using botanical medicine and other natural modalities to heal the whole body by optimizing vitality, increasing wellbeing, and enhancing cellular performance.

Her new book Detox. Nourish. Activate: Plant & Vibrational Medicine for Energy, Mood & Love offers a visionary approach to empower readers on the path of self-discovery and self-mastery. This three-step system is designed to heal trauma at the core level from this lifetime and many previous generations. These three areas of well-being are explored, in-depth, with eleven primary alchemical interventions to facilitate healing down to the DNA level. With a series of introspective explorations, meditations, plant-based formulas, and profound insight, readers connect deeply to Detox, Nourish and Activate the brain, adrenal glands, and heart for holistic healing and personal growth. The power for your healing journey is at your fingertips. Transform your health, your life, and your world.

This 30-minute episode is on:
1) What is cortisol and what does it do? 
2) How does stress impact our bodies? 
3) Which nutraceuticals do you find to be the most effective for managing stress? 
4) Can breathing and relaxation techniques help to manage stress? 

This episode is about:
In this segment, Dr. LuLu discusses cortisol, the very important hormone, and how its balanced secretion is key for normal body functioning. It controls several important functions including metabolic rate, blood sugar level, and blood pressure.  Commonly, it is known as the ‘Stress Hormone’ due to its release during stress. Understanding what it is, what it does, and how its abnormal concentration can affect your body can help you to maintain a balance of proper hormone secretion.

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