Adrenal Cortisol and Hormone Balance

In this talk, Dr. Theresa Dale discusses the significant impact of cortisol levels on hormone rejuvenation and overall health. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining balanced cortisol levels, as elevated levels can lead to moodiness, fatigue, depression, hot flashes, insomnia, and weight gain, particularly around the abdomen. Dr. Dale suggests that elevated cortisol levels negatively affect brain function and can disrupt the hormonal balance, impacting the thyroid and estrogen levels.To diagnose and understand one's cortisol levels accurately, Dr. Dale recommends a saliva test, which she believes provides a true measure of bodily function in relation to cortisol levels, rather than relying on subjective opinions. She provides contact information for obtaining this test and encourages listeners to inform themselves via her website.Dr. Dale connects cortisol levels with thyroid function, explaining that they are produced from the adrenal glands located above the kidneys and that th