Is Stress Causing My Health Problems? And Other Questions with Dr. Erin Kinney
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Menopause Rise and Thrive | Helping Women Navigate Midlife and Menopause
Is Stress Causing My Health Problems? And Other Questions with Dr. Erin Kinney
Jun 01, 2023 Episode 2
Sara Poldmae

How much time are you spending relaxed vs. stressed?

Did you know that there’s a strong relationship between stress, hormones, and blood sugar levels? In our day and age, most of us are spending a lot more time in a stressed state than our bodies were prepared for, and it turns out that’s having some serious effects on our health. 


To help us understand what’s going on in our bodies, Dr. Erin Kinney is joining us in this episode. She’s teaching us what happens to our hormone and blood sugar levels when we’re stressed and sharing some practical tips to start integrating rest and relaxation into your life. 


Dr. Kinney is a naturopathic doctor and speaker specializing in helping men and women to improve their mood, balance their hormones, and increase their energy naturally.


Topics covered in this episode include:

  • What causes dysregulation in your body 
  • How stress can cause hormonal imbalances 
  • The importance of rest and relaxation
  • The role of cortisol in your body 


It’s time to start prioritizing relaxation so that your body can have a chance to regulate and keep you healthy. Tune in to get started. 


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