Join host Courtney Bursich in an enlightening episode of the Health Institute Podcast as she sits down with Dr. Erin Kinney, a Naturopathic Doctor specializing in mood improvement and hormonal balance. They explore the intricate relationship between brain health, stress, and hormones, discussing topics such as serotonin's role, the impact of stress on digestion, and the symptoms and effects of chronic stress. Gain valuable insights into nurturing mental health and hormonal balance in this captivating episode.
Serotonin and brain health

How fight or flight impacts digestion

Chronic stress and mental health

Symptoms of stress

Why cortisol is necessary for healthy body weight and energy

The difference between cortisol and adrenaline

Hormones responsible for libido

What hormones get compromised when it comes to stress

Strategies for reducing stress

Nutrients to support the stress response

How your nervous system is influenced by people around you

Dr. Emoto and the water experiment

Labs and hormones to evaluate

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