Decoding the HPA Axis: How Stress, Cortisol & Circadian Rhythms Shape Our Health

In this episode, Tom Guilliams and Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton delve into the complexities of the HPA axis, exploring its role in stress response, metabolic regulation, and overall health. They discuss the multifaceted nature of cortisol, its impact on glucose levels, and how early life stressors can shape HPA axis function. This episode also explores: The significance of perceived stress How circadian rhythm influences HPA axis function The intricate connections between obesit...