This week I discuss another important marker of building optimal health: Cortisol to DHEA ratio. Georgi Dinkov mentioned this important ratio month's ago and I have been learning about it through my FDN Certification. Cortisol is produced by the adrenal glands and is produced in response to daily stress, emotional upset, infections and surgery. DHEA is also produced in the adrenals. DHEA reflects anabolism which builds simple molecules into more complex ones (muscle mass and strength). It’s considered to be one of the most important hormones for overall health, as it plays an important role in numerous bodily functions. DHEA, together with Cortisol, also plays an important role in maintaining normal blood glucose levels, which are important for proper metabolism of carbs, fats, and proteins. These tests can be done through saliva in which the ideal ratio should be around 5 (Sum Cortisol) to 1 (DHEA) and through blood the ratio should be 0.5 (Cortisol to DHEA). I recommend checking this ratio the next time you get blood work in order to optimize your vitality. Have a great day!If you love the Get Lean Eat Clean Podcast, we’d love for you to subscribe, rate, and give a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Until next time!Links:Watch Get Lean Eat Clean podcast video episodes on YouTube!How to Take Simple Steps to Reclaim the Body, Energy, and Strength You Had 10-15 Years Ago Using My Stepladder System:https://www.stepladdersystem.com/LMNT: A tasty electrolyte drink mix that is formulated to help anyone with their electrolyte needs and is perfectly suited to folks fasting or following low-carb, whole food diets. Free gift with purchase:DrinkLMNT.com/getleaneatcleanUpgraded Formulas hair mineral test (Coupon Code: GETLEAN10) :https://www.upgradedformulas.com/pages/kit?rfsn=6677062.f87541&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6677062.f87541X3 Bar: Variable Resistance Technology allows for a full body workout in only 10 minutes! Use discount code "Save50" for $50 off your purchase! https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100286468-13650338| Listen to the Get Lean Eat Clean Podcast |►Apple Podcasts | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-lean-eat-clean/id1540391210►Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/0QmJzYZsdV6tUNbDxaPJjS| Connect with Brian |►Website | https://www.briangryn.com►Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/bdgryn►Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/getleanandeatclean►Twitter | https://twitter.com/grynnerwinner