If you’re tired, wired, gaining weight, or struggling with sleep in perimenopause, high cortisol could be the missing piece. In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what every woman needs to know about elevated cortisol in perimenopause—and why this powerful stress hormone plays a huge role in your hormone symptoms.
You’ll learn:
- What high cortisol actually looks like in your body (and how it feels)
- Why testing your cortisol levels can be a game-changer for your health
- How elevated cortisol impacts your sex hormones like estrogen and progesterone
- Simple, effective strategies to start lowering cortisol and feeling like yourself again
If you're ready to stop guessing and start understanding the root of your perimenopause symptoms, this episode will give you the clarity and tools you need.
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