Insulin resistance occurs when the body’s cells turn off their receptors for insulin so that neither insulin nor glucose can get into the cells, resulting in an accumulation of sugar in the bloodstream. There’s often a connection between the thyroid and insulin resistance, and I believe the adrenals are the common denominator. The adrenal glands release hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline. These “stress hormones” impact many important functions throughout the body. They help establish your

💡 Did you know? 💡 Estrogen receptors are everywhere in our body! 🌟 When estrogen levels drop (thanks to birth control, perimenopause, or menopause), our happy hormones like serotonin and dopamine take a hit. This can lead to more feelings of depression during these hormonal shifts. 💭💔 Taking care of our hormonal health is so important! 💪💖 #HormoneHealth #Estrogen #MentalWellness #HappyHormones | Dr. Taz MD