Stress: Cortisol and Effects on Bone

New studies reveal stunning information about how our bodies respond to stress. Stress and anxiety are one of the most common symptoms my patients report. Depression is also stressful! Many contributors to stress can easily be avoided, such as eating a healthy diet, not waiting until you are hungry and getting exercise. What you will learn: What is normal and abnormal stress? How does stress impact mental function? Memory and stress How chronic stress impacts our health including: Thyroid and adrenal function Heart health Bone health – chronic circulating stress hormones can result in bone loss How sex hormone imbalance can cause or be disrupted by stress Thyroid hormones Cortisol, Adrenaline, and Osteocalcin, are all released during times of stress Food and stress – A healthy diet and lifestyle can help to curb chronic stress PMS and menopause require special attention as both can include chronic episodes of stress and even panic attacks. Gastrointestinal symptoms associated with