If you’ve ever felt tired but wired, noticed a puffy face, struggled with stubborn belly fat, or lived in a constant state of urgency and agitation… your cortisol might be the culprit.
The kicker? Lab work doesn’t always reveal it. High cortisol isn’t just about numbers — it’s about patterns. And the truth is, your habits, environment, and lifestyle may be driving stress through the roof without you even realizing it.
In this episode of Mindfulness & Matcha, I’m breaking down:
Why lab results don’t always show high cortisol (even when you’re living it)
The lifestyle triggers I see in almost every new client
How high cortisol keeps you stuck in fat storage, cravings, and exhaustion
Natural, realistic ways to lower cortisol through food, routines, and nervous system tools
The tough-love truth: you can’t out-supplement or out-workout a dysregulated nervous system
This episode isn’t just education — it’s a wake-up call. If you’ve been pushing harder and harder but feeling worse and worse, this one’s for you.
In This Episode You’ll Learn:
Why your cortisol rhythm matters more than a single lab test
Red flags I look for in my clients that scream “cortisol overload”
The “tired but wired” cycle and why it sabotages fat loss
5 natural ways to lower cortisol (that you can start today)
How to build a lifestyle that regulates your nervous system instead of wrecking it
Mentioned / Resources:
The Hormone Supportive Fat Loss Blueprint — my plug-and-play system to build structure, nutrition, and routines that support fat loss without the cortisol chaos
Book a 1:1 strategy call > Book a Coaching Consult
The Lifestyle Reset Department (LRD) >lrdacademy.com — for women ready to reset their nervous system, rebuild their health, and finally see results with accountability and support
Journaling prompts from today’s episode (listed below)
Cortisol Supplement mentioned: https://amzn.to/3Kvjvk3
Reflection Prompts / Action Items:
Where do I notice the “tired but wired” pattern in my life?
What’s one small habit I know is spiking my cortisol that I can change this week?
What does my body feel like when it’s calm and safe — and how can I create more of that?