#1058: MM- Is Stress Shrinking Your Brain?

The Staying Young Show 2.0 - Entertaining | Educational | Health & Wellness

Content provided by Judy Gaman, Walter Gaman, MD; Mark Anderson, MD; Judy Gaman, and Wellness Expert. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Judy Gaman, Walter Gaman, MD; Mark Anderson, MD; Judy Gaman, and Wellness Expert or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.

5y ago 1:00

MP3•Episode home

Are you shrinking your brain? This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young Medical Minute. Stress seems to be at an all-time high in America. Turns out, high levels of stress can shrink your brain. That’s because stress causes the body to secrete a hormone called cortisol. High levels of cortisol have been linked to heart disease, depression, hypertension, and obesity. It can also lead to decreased grey matter in the brain. If you are overstressed, get moving. Even a quick walk around the block can give your mind the clarity it needs to sort through stressors. It’s also important to sleep and eat well. Both will give you the physical energy your body needs to fight off rising cortisol levels. Talk to your doctor if you are worried about your stress levels. Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing symptoms of depression. This Stay Young Medical Minute is brought to you by Executive Medicine of Texas, a leader in preventative and proactive medicine. Learn why patients from around the globe trust Executive Medicine of Texas to their health. Visit EMTexas.com that’s EMTexas.com.

Thank you for listening to the Staying Young Medical Minute! With all the mixed messages on health, you need information that you can use and that you can trust. Listen in as the experts discuss all topics health related. It's time to STAY YOUNG and stay healthy! Each week we tackle a topic and often with leading scientists, best-selling authors, and even your favorite celebrities! As a listener of our show, your input is important to us. Please take a moment to fill out this quick survey so we can serve you better - https://survey.libsyn.com/stayingyoung2

For more information on The Staying Young Show, please visit our website at www.StayYoungAmerica.com, and subscribe to the show in iTunes, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app.

You can also reach out to our host, Judy Gaman on www.judygaman.com for book purchasing, and speaking opportunities in your area!

1454 episodes