April 10, 2023
Unpacking Chronic Stress: How to Avoid Adrenal Dysfunction with Dr. Izabella Wentz
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Chronic stress and adrenal dysfunction are more common than we think, and many of us may not even be aware of the symptoms. In today’s episode Dr. Izabella Wentz, PharmD, FASCP, an internationally acclaimed thyroid specialist and licensed pharmacist, breaks down what adrenal dysfunction really is, and some simple steps that we can take to combat it. Stay tuned for an exciting conversation! Links for this episode: The Adrenal Transformation Protocol LMNT Electrolytes Dr. Wentz’s Website Dr. Wentz’s Instagram Dr. Wentz’s Facebook Episode Overview: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:02:12 - Origins of poor adrenal function 0:05:17 - How long it takes for someone to reach adrenal dysfunction 0:13:38 - A word from our sponsors 0:19:03 - How adrenal function relates to your thyroid 0:25:31 - Stress changes as you age 0:28:04 - Regular cortisol pattern and deviations explained 0:34:05 - Autoimmune cortisol patterns 0:38:10 - Overexertion when you have autoimmune disease 0:39:48 - People with chronic illnesses need more protein! 0:42:54 - Smoothies are easier to breakdown 0:44:39 - Top nutrient deficiencies in autoimmune patients 0:49:08 - Sodium & electrolytes to heal adrenal dysfunction 0:56:00 - Iron’s role in thyroid and adrenal health 0:58:54 - Outro We’d like to thank our sponsors: Athletic Greens - redeem an exclusive offer here FourSigmatic Use code DRSTEPHANIE for 10% off Orion Red Light Therapy - Use the code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off Schinouusa - Use code DR.ESTIMA10 for 10% off BIOOPTIMIZERS - receive 10% off your order with Promo Code "ESTIMA" The DNA Company - $50 discount using code "DRSTEPHANIE" at checkout. HVMN Ketones - get 10% off your order with Promo Code “STEPHANIE” ILIA Beauty Living Libations - Use code BETTER for 15% off LMNT Electrolytes - A FREE 7-flavor sample pack! PRIMEADINE - get 10% Off your Order with Promo Code “DRSTEPHANIE10” Follow Me On Instagram Watch Better! on YouTube Get yourself a copy of my best-selling book, The Betty Body Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.