How To Reduce Cortisol Levels Naturally For Weight Loss And Stress Relief

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  • @drekberg
    @drekberg  5 ปีที่แล้ว +162

    ♦ Want To Learn More About How To Lose Weight Naturally? Watch This Next: th-cam.com/video/J9a6Zdti3uY/w-d-xo.html

    • @jannesmith192
      @jannesmith192 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Dr. Ekberg, please make a video on how a skinny T2D gain a bit of weight. Would greatly appreciate it. Thank you

    • @MataH1
      @MataH1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      So complete and for me so timely, thank you for your fantastic work!
      Would you have a video that puts together how to deal with colon cancer? I understand keto + cortisol management (this one! 💓) + cruciferous vegetables + antioxidants -, what else?

    • @angelgirldebbiejo
      @angelgirldebbiejo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jannesmith192 wow I've never met a skinny type 2 diabetic!! That's unusual.

    • @peryalcala
      @peryalcala 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Great information, God bless you Dr, Ekberg.

    • @zarzamora9240
      @zarzamora9240 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @Dr. Sten Ekberg Do you have this video but with spanish subtitles? my mom doesn't know english and i wanted to show your video but i did click on CC but there is only arabic and english.

  • @carieyounginsurance
    @carieyounginsurance 3 ปีที่แล้ว +825

    Root/core issue for me was an abusive x husband...lived in flight or fight mode for years...he was seriously slowly killing me and my adrenal fatigure and lack of cortisol production were my signs. I left -healed my body and becoming better and better every day. People don't talk about this enough when it comes to relationships - you must leave them in order to heal not only your mind but your body as well.

    • @hollydeforge6624
      @hollydeforge6624 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Agreed 👍 still healing ❤

    • @bonnieupton4114
      @bonnieupton4114 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Me too

    • @daleval2182
      @daleval2182 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Stress causes you excess cortisol, not a lack of, just so you understand, cortisol in excess is stress, , I'm glad you broke free, and hope you do well now .

    • @kirstentaylor7249
      @kirstentaylor7249 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I am living in that response, and I am looking at lowering it. Because I would really would feel better.

    • @gwensmith6
      @gwensmith6 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      👍 agreed. And that's traumatic. Abuse is horrible.

  • @thelmaoku1154
    @thelmaoku1154 4 ปีที่แล้ว +494

    This doctor is so soft spoken. He must have mastered keeping calm even in stressful situations.

    • @drekberg
      @drekberg  4 ปีที่แล้ว +135

      Thank you Thelma Oku. I am pretty calm, but most of that is just personality.😄

    • @bernardinogarciagonzalez2802
      @bernardinogarciagonzalez2802 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@lightbeingpontifex coment out of place

    • @45carolt
      @45carolt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@bernardinogarciagonzalez2802 what?

    • @SpaceCaseZ06
      @SpaceCaseZ06 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      ​@@45carolt
      Probably referencing a since-deleted comment

    • @amandaloel1782
      @amandaloel1782 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@SpaceCaseZ06 Ahhh

  • @joanielacey3639
    @joanielacey3639 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1392

    Just listening to your slow, methodical speaking voice is stress relieving.

    • @angelgirldebbiejo
      @angelgirldebbiejo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      He would of made a good Psychologist.

    • @drekberg
      @drekberg  5 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      Thank you Joanie Lacey.

    • @drekberg
      @drekberg  5 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      @@angelgirldebbiejo Thank you

    • @debklose
      @debklose 5 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      So true Joanie Lacey!! Ive just started listening to him about a week ago and I swear my cortisol levels have become more in range. ; )

    • @peaceonearth8693
      @peaceonearth8693 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Guess I shouldn't have listened to it at 2X speed. I hate to spend so much time on a video though, 30 minutes is a lot to ask of a viewer.

  • @vincentleone1833
    @vincentleone1833 3 ปีที่แล้ว +751

    0:00 Overview
    0:46 Introduction
    1:00 Bigger Picture of Stress and its Negative Effects (Weight Loss and Fatigueetc.)
    2:20 Definition of Stress Autonomous Nervous System (Sympathetic and Parasympathetic)
    2:40 Sympathetic Nervous System Responds to Things that Threaten You
    3:30 Parasympathetic Nervous System
    3:45 Can Activate Either one But not both at the Same time
    4:11 Stress Response is Useful Sometimes (Emergencies)
    6:00 The Problem
    6:29 You are usually not aware that you are undergoing stress (Chemical Mechanical Emotional)
    6:44 Chemical Stress
    7:04 Mechanical Stress
    7:26 Emotional Stress
    8:00 Triangle Structure of Stress (Address all Sides to create Balance)
    8:22 True Stress Management (Brain and Frontal Lobe Control in Switching between Responses)
    8:34 What the Frontal Lobe Does
    11:13 Using it to our Advantage
    11:21 Solutions
    11:50 Pattern Interrupt
    12:16 Brain Stimulation
    12:30 Nutrients
    12:43 Lifestyle Changes to Affect Hormones and Neurotransmitters
    12:58 Aerobic Exercise (List Begins)
    13:52 High Intensity Interval Training (do it for short duration 15 seconds)
    15:30 Recovery
    16:00 Yoga (Traditional)
    16:32 Breathing Exercises
    17:20 Meditation
    17:56 Mindfulness
    18:39 Celebrate
    19:05 Appreciate
    19:25 Read
    20:08 Include Positive People in you Life
    20:40 Essential Oils
    21:42 Homeopathic
    21:54 Herbs
    22:11 Smile/Laugh
    22:55 Sleep
    23:20 Intermittent Fasting
    24:10 Stable Blood Glucose
    24:23 Vitamin D3
    25:00 Vitamin B (b1 & B5) [Nutritional Yeast]
    25:28 Minerals
    25:58 DHA (Fish Oil)
    26:22 Adrenal Points/Adrenal Gland
    27:28 Pets
    27:49 Hobby
    28:10 Conclusions
    29:00 Additional Videos and Reactions?

    • @Vlad-wl3fw
      @Vlad-wl3fw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      thank you good man))

    • @sorayabranco
      @sorayabranco 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Thank you for the resume

    • @gracechua9571
      @gracechua9571 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Awesome ! I haven't overview. thank U.

    • @barbaramiller3384
      @barbaramiller3384 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Thank you for your time and thoughtfulness in posting this information for others!

    • @rabenklang7
      @rabenklang7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I apriciate your work, thanks!

  • @IsabeldeFrance
    @IsabeldeFrance 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    Screaming helps too. I bike to de-compress and de-stress. I live near DC National Airport and one time I was too stressed out and for a moment I thought I was going to "lose it". I was riding on a bike path right along the airport, I stopped briefly and just screamed at the top of my lungs. Nobody can hear you because of the airplanes engines noise, so I just composed myself, I immediately felt better, and kept on a much happier bike ride. Good exercise screaming 😄

  • @Aperto8
    @Aperto8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +250

    12:55 Aerobic Exercise
    13:52 HIIT
    15:30 Recovery
    15:59 Yoga
    16:32 Breathing Exercises
    17:17 Meditation
    17:57 Mindfulness
    18:39 CELLebrate
    19:04 Appreciate
    19:25 Read
    20:08 Posiitive People
    20:41 Essential Oils
    21:42 Homeopathics
    21:53 Herbs
    22:11 Smile, Laugh
    22:54 Sleep (GH)
    23:20 IF (GH)
    24:08 Stable Blood Glucose
    24:22 Vit. D3
    24:58 Vit. B
    25:27 Min. K, Mg, Ca, Pottassium
    25:58 DHA
    26:23.Adrenal Glands
    27:28 Pet
    27:49 Hobby

    • @galileoantonyo1336
      @galileoantonyo1336 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      👍🙏

    • @CynthiaSchoenbauer
      @CynthiaSchoenbauer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you for this learning aid. It helps me learn how to relax after a lifetime of bottling up my stress 🤐. Evening out my blood glucose is my favorite.

    • @fabricliver
      @fabricliver ปีที่แล้ว +3

      5 grams of Golden Teacher psilocybin mushrooms can be useful too

    • @MrsJonessss
      @MrsJonessss ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks bud

    • @thegeraldinekuss
      @thegeraldinekuss ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! Patience is a great virtue! Well done
      .

  • @yasminemora896
    @yasminemora896 4 ปีที่แล้ว +115

    I listen to Sten on my lunch hour 5days a week, what a hugely beneficial habit it has been. Thank you so much

  • @dailodai9586
    @dailodai9586 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    i smile every morning because being able to wake up is something to celebrate..

  • @ellismckinney4888
    @ellismckinney4888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    I grew up with an alcoholic father codependent mom. It left me in a fearful state for many years. I didn't learn to turn off all negative triggers until type 2 diabetes! Thank you DR for the incredible information and delivery. You are giving me hope and encouragement ty❤❤🌠🙏

  • @_treva2292
    @_treva2292 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    I lived with an alcholic narcissist for 26 years. I still havent healed. Get away from your abusers please. Its a long recovery

    • @simplyblessed7036
      @simplyblessed7036 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I was married to an autistic narcissist for 27 years and 10 months

    • @Sunnydreamer1470
      @Sunnydreamer1470 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I get it 😣

    • @rightthinking2087
      @rightthinking2087 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I’m right there with you. 19 years after leaving, i’m still not fully recovered! Wishing you the best! 🙏

    • @SightC
      @SightC 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Oh my lord ! That is so true! I'm swinging in and out of mental stress with a person like that...

    • @jeanluney1362
      @jeanluney1362 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I would not have lived with a narcissistic alcoholic for 26 DAYS…

  • @jimbeaver27
    @jimbeaver27 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    BP 105/69 just now. On healthy keto for over a year, BP has slowly gone down down down. No pills.

  • @ep9583
    @ep9583 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Cat -female as a pet - #1 stress reduction. Especially when she sits on me and we watch movie together.
    Get a cat 🐱

  • @besteliciou
    @besteliciou 4 ปีที่แล้ว +194

    i’m sixteen and i face excessive stress like most of you guys and my hair has been falling out for several months i used to have really thick hair like i had a lot now i feel like i only have the half of it. i also have digestive issues like irritable bowel syndrome which stress triggers strongly. you can’t imagine how this video gave me hope to cope with my stress. thank you so much for uploading it i hope i can enjoy life again.

    • @dvd791
      @dvd791 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Stay strong you’re not alone. Currently putting my stress back in it’s place

    • @FERAH-k7v
      @FERAH-k7v 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Ne güzel, bu yaşta böyle bir kanalı izlemeniz

    • @besteliciou
      @besteliciou 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@FERAH-k7v keşke izlemek durumunda kalmasaydım ahaahhaa

    • @sundelong2727
      @sundelong2727 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      If you are 16 and watch this video , you are brilliant boy

    • @besteliciou
      @besteliciou 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      @@sundelong2727 i’m actually a girl but thank you!

  • @RoseQuartzGemini
    @RoseQuartzGemini ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Years ago my weight got out of control, and my blood sugar, when I worked overnights. I could not lose an ounce of weight back then. I’m sure it was cortisol, and not just insulin/ T2D. I am still working on decreasing stress, glad to have found these videos!!

    • @nlgarton
      @nlgarton 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes, he doesn't even mention the effects of LACK of sleep.

  • @robertmckeown3014
    @robertmckeown3014 5 ปีที่แล้ว +142

    Stress has been the number one challenge of my life. This video has given me more insight into what I have to do to regain my health than almost anything else I've been exposed to. Although I've lost almost 40 pounds on a keto diet, I'm not truly healthy unless I learn how to deal with chronic stress. Thanks so much Dr. Eckberg!

    • @divergentmind2023
      @divergentmind2023 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      congrats!

    • @arothoff
      @arothoff ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me to❤

    • @scottp6761
      @scottp6761 ปีที่แล้ว

      Have you ever tried Lithium orotate? It helps deal with stress and anxiety. Its OTC. 5 to 10 mg is suffice. DIM also helps.

  • @kistine23
    @kistine23 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I absolutely agree with what you've said. Give yourself a liberty to avoid people who make you feel bad and the people who pull you down they are great stressors.

  • @laurieannrodriguez4551
    @laurieannrodriguez4551 4 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    12:13 Stabilizing blood sugar, Chromium Picolinate with B-6, and minerals worked wonders for me.

    • @autumnconway3642
      @autumnconway3642 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Test for b6 before supplementing. Mine goes from too high to too low

    • @omarez6896
      @omarez6896 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Best to supplement with magnesium malate and chromium polynicotinate along with meals to stabilize blood sugar...

    • @PhillipYewTree
      @PhillipYewTree 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Berberine may be helpful. Apparently it stimulates AMP in the cell which helps glucose metabolism in the cells.

    • @lightbeingpontifex
      @lightbeingpontifex 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How,,,

    • @cillad22
      @cillad22 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What minerals

  • @antonioberrun2722
    @antonioberrun2722 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    A TRUE teacher here boys and girls.
    What a jewel of a person this Doctor is.
    The kind of person this messed up world needs right now.....Not the one we deserve, but definitely THE ONE WE NEED 🙏🙏

  • @atlanta7829
    @atlanta7829 5 ปีที่แล้ว +169

    Listening to you reduces my cortisol! Your videos are so comprehensive and informative and the manner in which you communicate is pure. Thank you !

    • @whateverman2674
      @whateverman2674 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Now that's cute😸😼

  • @joed1596
    @joed1596 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Dr Ekberg, You are the first person I've ever heard say that the Frontal Lobe turns off the Stress Response.
    I suffered a Brain Injury in 1994, now dealing with Anxiety and Panic ever since. And after 28 years I now have
    Adrenal Fatigue and Cushings.

    • @ericksonruthanne
      @ericksonruthanne 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      First love heard of the frontal lobe as well.

  • @monilaistorz
    @monilaistorz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Brilliant! Brilliant! Since 1986, when my father died I had been training Malaysian executives on stress management. I retired in 2001 when my husband died. Man! do I know about grief as a stressor. Dr Eberg, you are the best ! Well done! You are so knowledgeable and communicate your ideas so well. I have been listening to you for the past week and truly you are the best.

  • @danp3677
    @danp3677 3 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    This video could be titled "How to live your life". Outstanding as always, Thank you Dr. Ekberg.

    • @mo-javihug7732
      @mo-javihug7732 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I agree with you. Thanks for sharing that.

  • @DihelsonMendonca
    @DihelsonMendonca 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    💥 I'm turning blind by high cortisol level. CSR - Central Serous Retinopathy is a terrible disease caused by excessive cortisol and stress. My left eye is almost lost, and the right one has dark spots at the center. It's in a chronic state now for 16 years. And since last month, I'm on a descend spiral. Every I do worsens the situation, I almost can't sleep anymore, I'm overwhelmed, too much worried about everything, depressed, anxious. This video came on the right time. Thank God ! 🎉❤

    • @sylviafernandes8818
      @sylviafernandes8818 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I'm so sorry for you. Hope you heal in Jesus' name. Amen.

    • @freespirit6209
      @freespirit6209 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

  • @MadameX_
    @MadameX_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    I keep my cortisol levels down by limiting my consumption of caffeine, sugar or alcohol to a minimum, And walking, hiking, meditation and rest. But I am human and succumb 🧐 to inflammatory foods sometimes. Thanks for your excellent presentations.

    • @Yasmin_Es
      @Yasmin_Es 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Hey, I'm starting to think caffeine is making me feel bloated. What difference did you notice when you decreased your coffee intake?

  • @ss-rc8ct
    @ss-rc8ct ปีที่แล้ว +29

    This is an under rated video that deserves alot of views and focus to anybody dealing with psychological issues as well. After an year of anxiety and another year of medication and still getting those bursts.. learning and practicing things that actually helped me. All of it is summed up here , I'm yet to try more of nutrients like magnesium, but exercise, focus on gut health, breathing (box, sudarshan kriya) if stress is like fire, all these are like water shower, though we think how are they gonna help with stress, they are not addressing the cause of stress ...but these are magical things that changes our view, or equips us to handle things with ease. I wish I had seen this video earlier.

  • @lisathebeautician6489
    @lisathebeautician6489 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    I went to a lavender festival in cherry valley ca...this festival was located within close proximity to acres of lavender fields...just the continuous scent of lavender was enough to keep me calm and so contented through the day.

    • @tnt01
      @tnt01 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Wow, sounds amazing.

  • @Naomi1
    @Naomi1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I'm not english from birth, but I understand 100% of your speech, you have a talking skills and you explain so good! thank you

    • @lightbeingpontifex
      @lightbeingpontifex 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He's not talking,,, he's speaking,,,

    • @sylwiagrubba9552
      @sylwiagrubba9552 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me too, fantastic man , really , I like his video and voice so much

    • @majdavlk649
      @majdavlk649 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      no one is english from birth xd. people become english when they eat fish and fries

  • @maryamnaim2284
    @maryamnaim2284 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I break my OMAD fast daily by watching any of your videos, best Brain Stimulus ever!

  • @helenndow1101
    @helenndow1101 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I think you are a very kind person to give us all this valuable information, thank you.from the bottom of my heart.

  • @ladybird169
    @ladybird169 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I listen to this channel every day! The only drawback is it ruined majority of other channels being superior on so many ways 👍

  • @jaimepatena7372
    @jaimepatena7372 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Stress is just another word for fear. And fear is almost always a response to an exaggerated threat.

  • @nadahere
    @nadahere 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Sun/light exposure, calming music, human touch, warmth could be added to the list

  • @reynelledelamor8182
    @reynelledelamor8182 5 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    I wish they could teach like you in med school. Very simplified without the useless information overload. Nice job Dr. Ekberg!🙏

    • @Mockingbirdrye
      @Mockingbirdrye 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Useless talk about not knowing. Med schools confuse busyness with knowledge & accomplishment.

    • @Newfoundmike
      @Newfoundmike ปีที่แล้ว

      Or Grade School

    • @maribelrios6562
      @maribelrios6562 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is not a school, college, or university.

    • @Notme-tq4xs
      @Notme-tq4xs ปีที่แล้ว

      Learn to hand out drugs for the pharma companies.

  • @MervynMoon
    @MervynMoon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Excellent video. I've read a book on cortisol, oxytocin, serotonin, adrenaline and endorphins. This just cements what I've read.
    Thanks 👍🏿

  • @sisaymaru2140
    @sisaymaru2140 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Born to make life simple for others,what a Blessings.

  • @imeldapaguila6001
    @imeldapaguila6001 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    You’re an amazing adviser, lecturer & absolutely perfect for me. You’re voice is so calming. God bless u always Doc.

    • @imeldapaguila6001
      @imeldapaguila6001 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dr. Sten, my doctor advised me to take fish oil after my total hysterectomy. What kind of fish oil is best? Of good quality. Thank u.

  • @waynerogers5485
    @waynerogers5485 5 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    Topic: As an Olympic Decathlete and Holistic Doctor, you would know about, and have personal experience, this. Strength building in conjunction with a ketogenic nutritional program.
    My personal interest in this is diagnoses of MS and Type 2 Diabetes. I've lowered A1C from 12.9 to 6.4 in 10 weeks, gone from 250 to 185 lbs in 5 months (since March) and feel like I can start to exercise now (and have started 30-minute, overall body, resistance band workout) to overcome muscle atrophy in right leg, neuropathy in feet, overall weakness, etc. Seeing many positive results already

    • @angelgirldebbiejo
      @angelgirldebbiejo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Good job!!!

    • @ThinkShink
      @ThinkShink 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Inspiring!

    • @happyday868
      @happyday868 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Wayne Rogers for muscle atrophy, joints...check into acupressure. I had neurologists, all kinds of specialists making money on tests or whatsoever attest that I am close to a paraplegic and there is no need to test again. Accidentally in Singapore I ran into a reflexologist who after an hour rubbing at one same location in between toes, I walked out with no pain for the rest of my life. I didn't know Keto then and many acupressure practitioners are vegetarians eating one meal a day. I vowed never go back to those specialists, only listen to Dr Eikberg, my favorite and practice acupressure daily besides the list of things shown on this video. Life is perfect and I'm grateful. Check out the temples. The monks are not there to make money. You have to see their practice to believe. Know that they can show you how to cure because they believe if anything comes back within 6 months then they did not cure anything. Trust me, you will be cured.

    • @marcopolo2375
      @marcopolo2375 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great job, Wayne. I am dealing with many of the same issues.

    • @germanshepherdmom1143
      @germanshepherdmom1143 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What is it this crazy habit of not eating carbs ? Carbs are not the problem.

  • @jennygibbons1258
    @jennygibbons1258 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Finally, I now understand why I can’t sleep or stay still or focussed when fasting . Thanks

  • @badmamjamma
    @badmamjamma 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Before: MAYBE I'll watch this one.
    During: He's got me taking notes again. 😁
    But seriously, Doctor, thank you for such beneficial information and for the organized way you present it to us, which seems to even be perfect for my ADHD brain. 🥰

    • @carleegger5322
      @carleegger5322 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He does that to me, too 🤣 I feel like I'm back at University

    • @badmamjamma
      @badmamjamma 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@carleegger5322 right??

    • @tubetone74
      @tubetone74 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me too. What a fantastic resource and teacher Dr. Ekberg is. God bless him.

    • @journeytohealthafter60
      @journeytohealthafter60 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@Dave YES yes yes me too 😊

  • @ashutoshnayak3354
    @ashutoshnayak3354 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    This is outstanding a person who dealing with chronic stress & anxiety , looking out for solutions got such nice advise from such great person you make my morning & you make my day.

  • @biaedwards4025
    @biaedwards4025 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The very best online summary on what for me has been a life-long issue: informed and articulate. Thank you, Dr. Ekberg.

  • @ritag1202
    @ritag1202 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Nobody explained this so well before! Thank you for sharing this very useful information and for your method of explaining it.

  • @brianholmes4415
    @brianholmes4415 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Quintessential advice for holistic health. Thank you, Dr. Ekberg.

  • @emergentform1188
    @emergentform1188 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Absolutely the best vid on adrenal fatigue I've ever seen. Thanks doc, you rock!

    • @DihelsonMendonca
      @DihelsonMendonca 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Adrenal fatigue is when your adrenals can't produce more cortisol. It's different. 👍

  • @paradevparadev5371
    @paradevparadev5371 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    140 likes and 0 dislike.. now everybody knows content is wonderful.. keep going doctor or sorry brother.. i just love commenting on all ur videos

    • @thesparkster
      @thesparkster 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It looks like a few saw your post and said, "Hold my beer!" There's always a few.

  • @c.l.montoya2972
    @c.l.montoya2972 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    These video presentations are
    rich in content. The delivery is calm without putting me to sleep. The information is concise & to the point which provides a comprehensive understanding, making it more likely to retain the info. Last but not least, no annoying commercial interruptions!! 🙏

  • @lourdesmaghinay5477
    @lourdesmaghinay5477 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I've been doing this intermittent fasting this quarantine. But these trying times are also stressful, that's why I wake up in the middle of the night. Thanks for explaining and for your tips, Doc!

  • @rachellewalters8111
    @rachellewalters8111 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I have PTSD and there have been times where my stress level was so high that I felt it impairing my cognition.

  • @evelynferreras1958
    @evelynferreras1958 5 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Hello, i just have discovered your videos a few days ago, and i already watched several of them. I love the way you explain concepts, so calm, clear, very easy to understand. Best Regards from the caribbean 🇩🇴🌴☀️

  • @raomtahir
    @raomtahir 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    What an amazing trainer. What a wonderful way to make someone understand complex topics easily.

  • @klugyboy1500
    @klugyboy1500 5 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Thank you so much for this. I've been searching so long for some in-depth answers to the cortisol problem. I've been doing a strict keto diet and monitoring of my calories, macros, and weight and have been frustrated to have stalls in progress after I've had a highly stressful week. The only metric that had changed was the stress level.

  • @Hail2MasterChief
    @Hail2MasterChief 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You make complex phenomena simple without talking down to the viewer, way to go!

  • @skinnydee1886
    @skinnydee1886 5 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    As usual a wonderful video; thank you Dr. Ekberg for educating us worldwide! May God bless you forever!

    • @annettefowler4704
      @annettefowler4704 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      i agree

    • @drekberg
      @drekberg  5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thank you D Singh. I really appreciate your feedback and so glad that you liked it.

    • @drekberg
      @drekberg  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you Annette Fowler.

    • @skinnydee1886
      @skinnydee1886 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@drekberg
      Thank you for taking the time from your busy schedule to respond to our comments; God bless.

    • @skinnydee1886
      @skinnydee1886 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@drekberg
      Thank you sir, for immediately making the change that I've suggested; you'll notice that I've deleted that comment since it has been changed. You're a real gem! Thank you again and God bless 🙏🙏🙏

  • @charliemonterojr
    @charliemonterojr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Good morning Dr. Ekberg, I just want to say thank you for teaching these things, I learned a lot especially on topics of IF, healthy eating, and weight loss. I myself already loss 6.5 kg since i started IF 3-4 weeks ago 😊💕. My BMI was 30.7 last Aug.10, 2021 and now its down to 28.6 Oct.4, 2021… I hope I can reach the healthy level….🙏😊 Please continue doing this, you are helping many people…. sincerely, Charlie from Philippines 🇵🇭 😊💕

  • @mackosajt86
    @mackosajt86 5 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    I love your videos. I cant wait to get home and watch this one. :D They are very informative and detailed. Greetings from Hungary.

    • @drekberg
      @drekberg  5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Thank you macko sajt.

    • @febiaivy4702
      @febiaivy4702 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Your video is great I can't wait to get to bed and listen to YOU

    • @febiaivy4702
      @febiaivy4702 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Greetings from c.t

    • @febiaivy4702
      @febiaivy4702 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      For me is lovely walk under the table mountain and have a healthy breath 5 seconds brain stimulation finding the deep peace something to do all my life and grow myself.

    • @ildikobruce3646
      @ildikobruce3646 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@drekberg Mackó sajt!!! ❤️

  • @jtj1218
    @jtj1218 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    Reading the Holy Bible has made a significant difference in my stress levels and way of life through its teachings

    • @GreenBean3141
      @GreenBean3141 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I thought of doing this but still not to sure about it right now.

  • @mybuuta2758
    @mybuuta2758 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Best info I've got so far about cortisol and solutions to reduce it. I'm struggling with insomnia and get really anxious during the day and night to sleep. It would be great to have a video about insomnia. Thanks a lot for the tips though.

    • @smuccilicious
      @smuccilicious 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Try putting 2-3 drops of 100% lavender essential oil (with no fillers) on about two tissues and stuff them in your pillowcase. You will be amazed at how much it relaxes your mind, before you know it you’ll be off to lala land.

    • @AshleysPaige
      @AshleysPaige 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Magnesium lysinate!

  • @vivekgupta4002
    @vivekgupta4002 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Huge respect from India, the land of ancient wisdom...Vivek 🙏
    You are a Godsend...Wish u Godspeed...

  • @BTSArmy-kt2lf
    @BTSArmy-kt2lf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    "الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا وَتَطْمَئِنُّ قُلُوبُهُمْ بِذِكْرِ اللَّهِ أَلا بِذِكْرِ اللَّهِ تَطْمَئِنُّ الْقُلُوبُ"
    تذكرتها و أنا استمع للفديو💜

    • @slumpgod4k997
      @slumpgod4k997 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      U just really said 🚨☺️🙃🤢💰👍😁🙃🥳😇🤣🥳😗😳🤫😠😬😶🤭🤫😖🤗😰😰😖🤫😖😬😠🤔🤫😤😭🤫👻👿😺🤒😾🤖🎃👺😺👹😽😾😷🎃🥴🤢☠️😺😹☝🏿👃🏿👄👇🏿👆🏿👆🏿👆🏿👋🏿👇🏿🤘🏿🦿👋🏿👅👌🦿👆🏿💄🦷👋🏿👌👂🏻🧓🏻👩🏿‍🦰🧑🏼‍🦲🧑🏼‍🦲👩🏾‍🦲👩🏾‍🦲🧓🏻🧑🏾‍💻🧑🏾‍💻🧑🏿‍🏫🧑🏻‍🏫🤷👨‍❤️‍💋‍👨👨🏻‍🦼👩🏾‍🦼👩🏿‍🦽👩🏿‍🦽👨🏻‍🦼🚶🏾‍♀️🚶🏻‍♀️👩🏿‍🦽👨🏻‍🦼👩🏿‍🦽👩🏿‍🦽🧖🏽🧖🏽🧖🏽🧖🏽🧖🏽👩‍👩‍👦🧶👩‍👩‍👦👨‍👧‍👧👩‍👩‍👦🦺🦺👨‍👧‍👧👨‍👦👩‍👩‍👧👨‍👦👩‍👩‍👧

  • @iamyoga2708
    @iamyoga2708 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for this video fo us fellow health champions! I would like to know more about which foods contain Vit B1and B5 please 🙏
    thank you

  • @nonyabiness4023
    @nonyabiness4023 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I picked up weight after my son was senselessly murdered. I just beat cancer (caused by stress) and I’m still gaining weight. I watch what I eat, I’ve been drinking water, walking, went to the doctor and gained 3 pounds, which is adding to more stress and depression. I don’t know how to let go. We didn’t even get efficient justice. I internalized it. I’ve been to counseling…This is horrible! I’m super petite. I’ve never been this big in my life

    • @katyamaddison2971
      @katyamaddison2971 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Please take the time out to heal your self. You may find you are punishing yourself x

    • @sunbeam9222
      @sunbeam9222 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      My heart goes out to you, I hope you are in a better place nowadays

    • @sunitasraj3309
      @sunitasraj3309 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Take care ❤.

    • @1dsammie
      @1dsammie 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Condolences for the loss

    • @sanzr617
      @sanzr617 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Love and light❤💫

  • @feevafamorcan9843
    @feevafamorcan9843 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great info. Thanks a lot.😊😊

  • @gailsfoodandstuff
    @gailsfoodandstuff 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    wow, i am now retired from law enforcement, but I have been tested and found to be high in cortisol and it makes sense, as, a police officer gets this high stress and then quiet, several times a day. then later, went on to take police and fire calls and the same thing… quiet, then bam! a high stress call that can last for a very long time. its no wonder it has taken a bit of a toll on my body over the years. thank you for this video.

  • @nathinasilo7594
    @nathinasilo7594 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    17 August 2024. What a beautiful piece of work. For free 😭😭😭❤️❤️. Thank you so much Doctor

  • @junebuggy9614
    @junebuggy9614 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    My husband has a high stress job and gets very little sleep. He had two major episodes that really scared him so we got bloodwork done. It showed his A1c was 5.8. He immediately went off of sugars and carbs not coming from vegetables and started working on sleeping and breathing. It has been 3 weeks and he still gets shaky when his blood sugar drops. Thank you for all of this information. We are hopeful that things will improve soon.

    • @scottp6761
      @scottp6761 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Have some saltines on hand for him. Im the same way.

    • @scottp6761
      @scottp6761 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He could try DIM 100mg. It helps cortisol and high estrogen.

    • @atoshimahjebin9922
      @atoshimahjebin9922 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@scottp6761 plzzz help me doc, i am having 3 times a day blood sugar drop cause of stress
      Plzzzz say how can i cure this
      I am scread 🙂🙂
      Plzzzzz help me

  • @jericooper7053
    @jericooper7053 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The best stress reduction program, and watching Dr. Ekberg is so calming.

  • @renatarena50
    @renatarena50 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have finally understood why i have some of my health problems. Thank you!

  • @beatrisbeatris9616
    @beatrisbeatris9616 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just knowing about hie ny body works and what is TRULY HEALTHY is the best thing that lowers my cortisol

  • @angellady6485
    @angellady6485 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love all the videos in this channel. Dr. Sten, you speak like a teacher, factual critical argument like a scientist and that is why you're a good doctor. I love it whenever you say "body is not stupid" (make big sense to me) in other video 😂😂😂
    And I don't understand why other youtuber speak too fast. It increase my cortisol hormone 😇

  • @buffylee1982
    @buffylee1982 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This is loud and clear Doctor, thankyu sooo much❤❤❤❤

  • @gloriaortiz1227
    @gloriaortiz1227 4 ปีที่แล้ว +168

    Crying releases cortisol and tension too!

    • @manbearpig7521
      @manbearpig7521 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I'm very gentle and sensitive person who cannot cry 😪

    • @sacredgeometry536
      @sacredgeometry536 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@braininjurydiy look up supplements to heal brain injuries there are many videos on healing the brain an anti-inflammatory diet for your gut. Your brain can get better ! 🌅🌅🌅

    • @sacredgeometry536
      @sacredgeometry536 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@manbearpig7521 because you got used to stuffing your emotions try EFT therapy on u tube 🌅

    • @manbearpig7521
      @manbearpig7521 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@sacredgeometry536 lol I just tuned into youtube to do eft. Good advice 👍

    • @sacredgeometry536
      @sacredgeometry536 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@manbearpig7521 that's an amazing synchronicity ! 😄😄😄

  • @herculesgixxer
    @herculesgixxer 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I appreciate the time and effort you've dedicated to mastering the art of articulation. Thank you for sharing your expertise.

  • @tarts9767
    @tarts9767 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Solution Nr.10 -reading can easily be done with your wonderful educational videos. You have already changed my life and I`m very very grateful to you for that. Thank you ! 👍👍👍😊

  • @adrianch2527
    @adrianch2527 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi Doctor, I watch your videos daily. Learning a lot and have already reduced 5kg from IF, HIIT + OMAD in 2mths. Thank u for your teachings.

  • @drkmlakshmipathy
    @drkmlakshmipathy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This presentation is a master piece of Dr Ekberg .so clear and perfect solutions explained for controlling and preventing and reducing adrenal stress ..simply Superb ..Thank u sir lots of regards from India.

  • @evangelineklingbeil1395
    @evangelineklingbeil1395 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your videos. You are an amazing teacher ❤

  • @dna8667
    @dna8667 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Heard much about negative effects of cortisol but never had such a complete guide on this important subject that affects health. Not long i tumbled on your videos and find your presentations VERY fulfilling indeed. Maybe because of your teaching method that I personally admire as a teacher myself. Thanks doc and keep it up

  • @Viv8ldi
    @Viv8ldi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dr. Ekberg I am a vegetarian for 14 years plus vegan for 4 years but with this video you inspired me to buy nutritional yeast and make a vegan chease sauce, I am so grateful

  • @michaelperry7871
    @michaelperry7871 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Needed this when I was in the military. Thanks for this great presentation!!!!!

  • @claribelmaysonet9372
    @claribelmaysonet9372 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love to have a pet like a small dog but cannot afford it. Going to church to gather with other people and putting charity to practice helps. I also need to laugh 😂 more. I am a single parent and I feel I am always on a go! I love nature walks with sun ☀️ hitting my face plus fasting is great! But, Lord help me !! Calm down a bit 😂 I can get overwhelmed at times with work and my kids! Thanks for this awesome video very appreciated!

  • @CynthiaSchoenbauer
    @CynthiaSchoenbauer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This is tremendously helpful in my understanding of stress and how to help myself because it helps me UNDERSTAND my stress better. Thank you! Understanding our own stress is our way to control it without having to depend on drugs or other addictions to find find temporary relief. This man understands stress more deeply and is not just telling us "what to do" and then blaming us for what we didn't do. He is asking us to understand our individual stressors and gain the power to over-come them with mastery of them with our OWN power. It's about NOT being a victim anymore to our world. We have the power to overcome our negative world and thrive in mind, 🧠body, 👫 and spirit. 👻

  • @lawrencehawkins7198
    @lawrencehawkins7198 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bravo. Well done!

  • @treefrogmusicdanceeducatio7315
    @treefrogmusicdanceeducatio7315 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I have only recently found your videos but it has changed my life. I really like knowing the facts and figures and reasons behind things. I have two severe autoimmune illnesses and I am post menopause and even so applying the things you shared I am healthier and my weight has dropped substantially. One thing I do in addition is drink a gallon of water a day. I would love it if you would do a video on the importance of water.

  • @mariawelling4194
    @mariawelling4194 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Whenever I do the Hitt excercises my body feels very relaxed..

  • @violet-green-eyes9574
    @violet-green-eyes9574 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Dr. Ekberg - your last 3 videos were just what I was wondering about, even in the same order! It’s like you can read my mind!
    Your explanation is always on point, you really care about educating people, and you are not trying to SELL any supplements with your face on it!
    I’m very interested in health subjects to maintain the quality of life, and you are now officially Number 1 TH-cam channel I follow. Since I’m a very picky lady and value my time - it means: Congratulations!!! 🥇🥇🥇
    Thank you for all your knowledge you are sharing! Everyone needs to watch it!!!

  • @nguyentminh
    @nguyentminh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Saying this after months spent watching multiple channels and videos relating to health and nutrition: Dr. Sten Ekberg is more trust worthy than many popular speakers out there (don't want to name names). I have yet to find a biased or false statement, which I would find in others'. No doctor is perfect, but I find Dr. Ekberg creates very thorough, reliable content.

    • @lightbeingpontifex
      @lightbeingpontifex 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You don't want to name names because you can't remember their names,,,

    • @nguyentminh
      @nguyentminh 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lightbeingpontifex You are living in your own tiny world with a tiny little mind.

  • @ingridr8917
    @ingridr8917 5 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    This is an excellent video! Thank you so much!

    • @drekberg
      @drekberg  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you Ingrid R. I really appreciate your feedback and so glad that you liked it.

  • @fionahope6128
    @fionahope6128 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This video has explained much for me at 66 carrying weight but also shows me how to assist my heart out of not one but two episodes of takosubo syndrome which has had me on beta blockers which have slowed down my energy levels. Have just taken myself off the beta blockers. Introduced small yoga stretches every 2nd day. Thank you.

  • @carolinerourk8603
    @carolinerourk8603 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The first half of your talk is super scientific - which is challenging, but necessary:) The second half totally rocks my world! It’s so full of perfect advice and suggestions! Thank you once again Dr./Sir 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻♥️

  • @meera2531
    @meera2531 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Speechless! So much truth and meaning in this video Dr Ekberg. So many things which we have forgotten. It's funny how a breathing exercise I learnt in 2003 actually mentioned breathing out and holding the breath as activating the para sympathetic nervous system. And I'd been skimping on it in the past number of years. At that time I didn't know about Cortisol, GH and weight-loss. I'd been doing Keto for a long time with not much result and then in the past year or so got lazy and gained back the weight. Now have again started again. It's most definitely been the cortisol. Since I got married and shifted home my sleep wake cycles changed cz of my husband. Now I need to go back to my old ways of sleeping at least by 11. He's such a night bird but it will need to be done for me by me. I have tests scheduled for Cortisol etc. Hope to surprise my doctor with good results. Funny how a small change can change everything. Thank you Dr Sten... Will follow and make things right again 🤗🤗

  • @Novrain3750
    @Novrain3750 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I love the way you explain. You are amazing. Why didnt I meet you before in life😥

  • @ursulabrandt3678
    @ursulabrandt3678 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am a german woman with kPTSD. This video helped me understand, why it is so difficult for me to loose weight. The sympathikus needs me to eat carbohydrates to have sufficient glucose for fight or flight situations which I cannnot avoid. What I learned is, that I need to activate the parasympathikus. Thank you for your advice. Maybe you could make a video especially for PTSD concerns?

  • @TheresaSwan-Armitstead
    @TheresaSwan-Armitstead ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for this. I've been grieving for several years, and this is helpful.

    • @Karen-nq4ob
      @Karen-nq4ob ปีที่แล้ว

      So have I hun. Many years. Time for us to move past it. Big (hug)

  • @follojesusfj2705
    @follojesusfj2705 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    #1 Should be avoid negative people that make you feel bad. Yes you still can love and pray from a distance.

  • @haimhadar123
    @haimhadar123 5 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    You are amazing love you so much! Wish you all the best.

  • @magnoliannaart
    @magnoliannaart ปีที่แล้ว

    Vilken underbar video! Folk har aldrig fattat varför jag inte vill ta del av hög intensiva träningspass utan insisterar på att simma och gå långa promenader i naturen istället. Detta förklarar det perfekt.

  • @rockswings
    @rockswings 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Thank you for your clear teaching! Could you do a video on adrenal fatigue? After watching your videos, I know that not everything on Mayo clinic and other 'reputable' websites might be correct🙏

  • @silviageorge7600
    @silviageorge7600 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I love your videos .
    All of them are very helpful !
    Thank you very much !❤

  • @laurab9867
    @laurab9867 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    We need all the help we can get so Thank You for explaining the complexities while breaking down this information and also for including 'everything' that we can do to manage Cortisol. Great video, Dr. Ekberg!