The #1 Sign of High Cortisol

[@rudejude87]

I listen to Dr Bergs calming voice to lower my cortisol

[@undertaker2945]

Amen !

[@betatester8137]

I listen as my lullaby, it's clear and smoothing. And also it's gives us knowledge.

[@muskndusk]

Maybe he could make some relaxation videos.

[@NotAnnaJones]

This is nutritional ASMR.

[@KLiapi]

🏆🏆🏆🥇

[@JohnGalt539]

Goodby wife, x-wife, kids and parents I’ll see you one day but for now I need to lower my cortisol.

[@kittykat632]

🤣🤣🤣

[@monique4540]

Amen😂

[@Christinek777]

😅😅😅😂😂😂

[@bmg2507]

Any human intetactions kill me 😂

[@Grgiana071]

Kids? Your own flesh and blood? Really…..

[@lillypod1337]

The ironic part is that most of this stress (high cortisol) is caused by having to hold onto a job we absolutely hate going to, day in ... day out. The dread of ' omg hope i sleep because i have to wake up and go to my shitty job ' lingers in the brain, and the end result is we have a hard time either falling asleep or staying asleep. And big pharma know this !

[@ronsta11]

This is me for the past 8 months.

[@imalwaysme4332]

Big pharma has nothing to do with that🤔 you have to choose to change it! If keeping that job is getting you to the point where it's causing health issues, you might well find something else better suited 👍For your own well being and mental health👍 do keep in good health if you are taxed mentally to the point of loosing sleep.

[@The-Other-Guy]

I have felt your pain for the last five years and still continues.

[@Swizzenator]

This is your boss and you're fired🤣.

[@beboplula555]

The USA Billionaires paid less than 1.5 Billion Collectively, Amazon,Google,Disney,Chevy ,Ford Power companies...Etc,Etc,Etc.

[@grubbies1]

Was married to a Narcissist. Lived in Flight or Flight situations for over 20 years. He loved to deprive me a sleep. He died 1 1/2yr ago but PTSD still causing issues. I garden, walk and throwing out everything of his. Starting to feel better.

[@BlindBosnian]

What made you get married to someone like that in the first place

[@pippaDlightful]

❤ heal in peace ✌

[@marlonecampbell1750]

You made me laugh. Heal!!

[@winebox]

@@BlindBosnian They're good actors.

[@michellemckenna2233]

I hope you can find peace ❤️❤️

[@vacationeyes6430]

"what or who is causing cortisol" - It's almost always "who". People shouldn't hesitate to avoid toxic individuals to protect themselves.

[@gregbeaumont5554]

Anyone who has a relationship with a narcissist will have high cortisol, I had 10 years with me ex covert narcissist, so much stress now I’ve got major physical issues diabetes overweight high blood pressure I had two strokes all because somebody lies to you constantly and then leaves you hanging because they’ve discarded you left me with three years of wondering why and neglecting myself at the same time by self-medicating then I had my stroke both ischemic And hemorrhagic at the same time, I was down in my apartment for 36 hours before somebody called the police and have them come check on me had it not been for that somebody I would be dead because I died in the ambulance on the way to the hospital they did a craniotomy on me when I got there cut out part of my brain that had died three weeks later I was recovering in rehab now I’m paying lots of attention in my diet watching Dr. Berg as well

[@SomeoneSpecial447]

You can't if the stressor is your PhD supervisor

[@joeypchajek]

Most commonly the who is yourself.

[@vacationeyes6430]

@@joeypchajek I am sorry to hear that. Hope you feel better.

[@tanyamongeau524]

Amen! That's so true! Met 2 narcissist and both time gained weight especially belly fat.. I'm getting rid of the 2 ND one to focus on my health!

[@BrandonBarbera]

I was literally dying of heart failure and diabetes but watching your videos on fasting and carbohydrates and how the body can heal itself if you let it, gave me renewed hope and the will to love myself again, knowing I can fix all my problems myself without going to so many doctors, thank you Doctor Berg.

[@bagelz3359]

I hope he helped you a ton !

[@Jessica-tj6ug]

Pray you're doing better!

[@mackosajt86]

how are you doing man?

[@amandairedale706]

That's wonderful!

[@binxthekitty54]

How are you?

[@TraciD512]

THANK YOU! ❤ This explains my waking up between 2:00-3:30 AM and going back to sleep at 6:40 AM for the day past 30 years. 😮 NO ONE could explain what was going on.

[@Drberg]

Very glad to be of help.

[@WhiteWolfBlackStar]

I’m going thru this exact pattern now….

[@TakeHeartSojourner]

Happened to me for decades, especially if I had to be up for work, I’d be ready to fall asleep right when i needed to get going. So frustrating.

[@fidelcatsro6948]

my cortisol spikes so high it becomes catisol awaiting new videos from dr berg! excerpts: Potential remedies for high cortisol: 1. Improve your stress 2. Take long walks in nature 3. Do physical work to the point where you're tired 4. Vitamin B1 (nutritional yeast) 5. Vitamin D3 6 . Potassium and magnesium 7. Apple cider vinegar

[@fidelcatsro6948]

@@bluespruce679 thank you for asking!

[@kbj1-f2s]

Thanks!

[@gracehsieh3992]

Thank you for taking notes

[@JoseRuiz-ng3qs]

Learning from this channel has lowered my cholesterol, improved my fatty liver, lost fat mass, and helped detect and stopped cancer causing gastro intestinal bleeding and discomfort. Thank you Doctor, for your contribution to my healthier life.

[@MisterRedFox]

Same! It helped me discover fatty liver early, and I lost 20 pounds of excess weight in just 2 months. He has a lot of knowledge which is overlooked by most practicioners.

[@SM-by8mg]

How you lower your cholesterol?

[@andyg6967]

This video has confirmed what I already knew and that my cortisol is too high,the symptoms described are me all over.😢

[@deltadawn6868]

This is me also, did you ever get healed?

[@Worldpeace353]

I sleep from 9pm- 5 am without waking up I drink a cup of keto coffee then I go walk 20 min Then I drink 16 oz lemon water Then I go to work til 2 pm It's a healthy routine for me and I'm never tired Eating my avocado and other nutrients are the key Stress free from anything or anyone It can happen to anyone who is patient and in control of their own mind Thank you Dr Berg you're the best

[@gavinnz6064]

You should have your own TV show mate

[@mesh3aref169]

do people still watch tv?

[@Agapy8888]

I think this is better than a tv show. Most of awake folks stopped watching the tele.

[@ninawildr4207]

TV is dead dude nobody watches it

[@shizuokaBLUES]

Yes I agree. Maybe on Netflix or Amazon Prime. Because with a little extra production value ..it would make for some great ratings I’d expect !

[@AngelaMerici12]

@@mesh3aref169 I wonder the same thing!

[@blackcat5846]

After watching a few of his vids i'm amazed i'm still alive.

[@afenismama]

same lol

[@MariaC.VIIIXIII]

@black cat That was a good one! Thank you for the laugh.

[@bluemoon472]

😆🤣

[@Peem_pom]

Hahaha me too

[@amadahyrose]

I have all the symptoms, even to the point of noticing a huge amount of muscle weakness in my quads and glutes, whereas my legs and lower body had always been strong. It's discouraging, but my source of stress is mostly resolved, so now I get to focus on my return to good health. Thanks, Dr. Berg! Your videos help me so much!

[@traichle]

Did you do a hair test?

[@gurnblanston5000]

Did you get a test to determine.

[@inspiradorupees3029]

I think ashwagandha helped tremendously with lowering my cortisol level!

[@jereksteinhausen8312]

You've changed me for the better. Thank you

[@amazinggrace5503]

Also eating bitter and Fermented foods right before your meals is a great way to get all your digestive juices flowing. My favorites are Mild KIMCHI Bubbies Saurkraut and pickles . Garlic stuffed olives ect . Also I like to drink a little of the pickle juice too .

[@nickbonvino]

Bubbies products are awesome!!

[@gnutscha]

pickle juice gives me explosive diarrhea

[@latrecelockett4930]

Hello what is a healthy sauerkraut that I can buy to add to my diet please and thank you anyone

[@amazinggrace5503]

@@latrecelockett4930 Bubbies saurkraut in the jar in the meat department is the best ,but it's kinda expensive. If you can afford it it's quite worth it and it doesn't go bad in the fridge like some others do .

[@latrecelockett4930]

@@amazinggrace5503 thank you

[@fearnot7500]

Now it is 7:52AM and I am half sleeping while watching this.Woke up at 3AM analysing problems I am having.This video is me literally.Big thank you Dr.Berg.

[@Anne-kb9hd]

Years ago my Dr Who specialised in Hormones, tested my Cysteine levels, and told me the range, and once you were over that range what the multiplying factors were for each one over the range. Mine wasn't as high as his, however, he put me on Folic Acid, (primarily, MEGAFOL), 1mg. Once a day, to prevent heart events. (This is the same as they give you during Pregnancy to make sure you had a lesser chance of having a Baby with Spina-bifide! He, of course, needed a 5mg dose as his Cysteine levels were much higher than mine. He wasn't at all concerned about Cholesterol. That would have been about 2007. He also gave me a Progesterone Cream, he had made especially for his Pts as he believed Estrogen caused problems, in Menopausal Women, which turns out to be the case. Hope this helps someone.

[@marycoleman4301]

Folic acid not a good form of that B vitamin, go for the natural version

[@Learntarott]

You are right but food is so Important to going to the toilet for estrogren so it is released. Eat broccoli. Each bok choy. Cauliflower.

[@bradprice9268]

❤ wow 55 years on this planet and finally found a Dr that hits the nail on the head for me

[@XfStef]

You just listed all of my symptoms. Amazing. I have been feeling better since I gave up sugar and went to 2 meals per day on a 16/8 schedule.

[@merryandmagic2112]

Do you eat in between or just strictly 2 meals? I just started intermittent fasting 16/8

[@fever3583]

@@merryandmagic2112 I cant understand IF!how in the world someone manage to put all the nutritious food we need in 2 meals???

[@merryandmagic2112]

@@fever3583 Well I was used to having breakfast and dinner only. Now I switched to lunch and dinner. As for your question, umm...idk... It’s just one meal you’re skipping. 🤷‍♀️

[@Stardust3567]

@@fever3583 in fact IF is not that healthy because the body needs nutrients.

[@fever3583]

@@Stardust3567 I agree! Unless you take supplements all the way..

[@aggreyondeyo]

You just described me. I didn't know my cortisol is high. Thanks for the video and the solutions.

[@breezyperper]

I definitely agree that we need to figure out what could be causing high cortisol levels Dr. Eric Berg. Thanks for this useful information. Keep doing what you are doing. You are saving lives.

[@christinebadostain6887]

living a lie

[@joykelly440]

Sendentary lifestyle combined with high carb intake causing hyperinsulinemia.

[@FarmersAreCool]

WW3

[@djondjon]

My former supervisor, JD, was causing my cortisol to soar, I am sure. My narcissistic brother gives it a good try, so I try to stay away from and avoid communication with him. Mom is his other target, but has enabled him so much that her health has most definitely suffered, yet he continues.

[@oddoneout1835]

Current events. Aka fear mongerers. Abandon fear. Also what does everyone get when they're born? Just a couple thoughts that I've considered over the years. More factors to consider of course, but I come back to those. Take care!🙏

[@Mayib-ra]

My while family is much healthier because of Dr. BERG

[@Drberg]

That's great. Wishing good health to you and your family.

[@pjt3887]

I've been on the medical mystery tour for over 7 years. After finally working with a functional medicine practioner. Found out I had no cortisol and inflammation was off the charts. Changed my diet and dumped my biggest cause of stress. Love your channel. Always gives me something else to bring up to my nurse practioner. You've been a huge help to me. Thank you so much!

[@no_one_211]

The medical mystery tour! I love that lol. Congrats on your improvements 💐

[@suzannemartin6817]

Help me with the cortisol thing. If cortisol I a stress hormone and inflammation is a sign if high cortisol how does someone who needs to get rid of stressors not have any?? This is very confusing to me.

[@edennis8578]

​@@suzannemartin6817 Yeah, that sounds wrong, doesn't it?

[@cathrynp3491]

Is your nurse practitioner just as good as any doctor you've been to?

[@ana_day7]

How are you now?

[@azurisora9836]

Dr. Berg...thank you for compassion, knowledge, and now I know why I wake up between 230am and 3am. You sir are SIMPLY THE BEST!

[@geekygranny7389]

Thank you for your videos. They have been so helpful to me. I didn't have a decent nights sleep for the past ten years. I was under stress for that whole time. 2AM every night I would wake up and not be able to get back to sleep. I couldn't take a nap during the day for various reasons. I watched one of your other videos on cortisol. Then watched many others on different subjects. Nothing else had solved any of my health issues. I started on Keto, lost 20 lbs of Covid 19 stay at home weight. I also have been taking supplemental Potassium Citrate, Nutritional Yeast, Vitamin D and working very hard in my yard , hauling rocks in a wheelbarrow.I am now feeling better than I have is years. My sleep improved enough that I am not a Zombie anymore during the day. I am 75 and have more energy than I have had in a very long time. Thank you again. I think you saved my life.

[@JesseMarquis519]

Recently being diagnosed with C-PTSD, ADHD and Depression, I’m just coming to learn what cortisol does to me. I’m grateful for this video and hopeful to apply your knowledge for the best.

[@deannarobertson7991]

Just found Dr. Berg and I'm excited to start lowering it with his suggestions. The fact he said waking up at 2am and tummy fat, that was all I needed to hear! I have a lot of stress in my life, and I know my cortisol is soaring, so I'm looking forward to helping my body heal and feeling better. Thank you Dr. Berg, I'll keep you posted.

[@angelanicholson951]

To think how many years, decades, life-long, people go without knowing why they are suffering, because medicine is all about medicine and not health.

[@angelanicholson951]

@@tangocharlie9291 it's fascinating.

[@buckie48192]

@@tangocharlie9291 hi Tango got a question is the spinach bad for all in general or only for those with certain health issue’s? My sister eats a ton of spinach like every day. Not me though. I have leaky gut, etc!

[@diogoappraisal]

Well said

[@pamtebelman2321]

@@buckie48192 Me, too, and I so envy people like your sister who can eat anything!

[@buckie48192]

@@pamtebelman2321 yes I agree!!! I so miss the foods I love to eat! I miss Jets pizza with ranch dressing, not that I ate it often but I miss it or just going to a restaurant and ordering a hamburger with fries.!! I ready to drool just talking about it 😄😂😂😂

[@tribeof2035]

Dr. Berg, won’t bore you with details but here’s a list in the past two years. I have a medical background and use your info to shape my health and diagnostic testing. 1) Stopped taking heartburn meds and use ACV. CURED. 2) tested vitamin D level found at 20ug/dl now taking supplements at >10k IU and retested at 57. 3) Your videos on hypothyroidism lead to a test and a confirmed diagnosis. No conversion issue. 4) tested A1c = OK 5) taking glutamine, enzymes for bile production, added zinc, magnesium , vitamin D and fish oil and my blood work is great. 6) exercised my entire life, just changed my training to be compatible for goals. 7) IF is a life changer for my body type. I limit carbs and sugar but don’t do Keto. 8) Got a DNA test to supplement blood work Q6 months to stay on target. 9) I bought a glucose meter to start testing myself based on your videos to dial in my data points for max efficiency as I train for strength, do my yoga and walk daily with the dog. 10) your videos have been wicked awesome.

[@Notme-tq4xs]

Few medical doctors would go down this correct path. No training or classes on it !

[@smooth_pursuit]

🙌

[@jenniferh7297]

“Wicked awesome”, are you from Massachusetts by any chance? Lol

[@jimray2281]

check, check, check, check, check, check, check - crazy how I could relate to this long list of symptoms - thanks for the breakdown Dr. Berg!

[@feebee7621]

Thank you, Dr. Berg! You’ve not only changed my life, you saved it.

[@Drberg]

Very glad to be of help.

[@Drberg]

Do you have a success story to share?

[@feebee7621]

@@Drberg Yes I do, but every time I try to post my story, it disappears for some reason. ☹️

[@paulaloewen2517]

@@feebee7621 try again I look forward to hearing it.☺️

[@feebee7621]

@@paulaloewen2517 still trying! Lol! ❤️

[@dontiovanni8214]

This man has done so much for my life it’s insane

[@lenkavolnhals7197]

I do profit from you, know you first shortly on You Tube, but today I ended up by my doctor instead thinking I always can and I am always stress resistant. I am an airliner, ground stuff by Lufthansa in Frankfurt and the last weeks have been very busy. Watching your videos on Adrenal, Cortisol, videos of others on Potassium, etc.... well watching some videos lately helped me out to realize my body shall rest a few days before I break down and will be for longer less worth like it happened to my colleagues. Thank you, my mind feels like such a piece. Before I was full of thoughts, but it felt like this process won't stop as somehow it got used to it. I might write confused, English is not my mother tongue, but really a big thank you. Even with how people can be like always finding something that is not right than someone makes you feel good.

[@michelleforte8669]

Makes sense now. I need to find safe, effective ways to deal with my anxiety and grief. Thank you.

[@cynide89]

I have a diagnosis of high cortisol, my functional medicine doc said I should avoid weight training at the gym, but I feel like its the one thing that de-stresses me. I feel better after a morning gym session. 100% agree with the 2am wake ups, even my dreams around that time are about problem solving issues at work or in life in general. Its exhausting.

[@Learntarott]

I read that you should walk just for thirty minutes. Just get out and walk for the sake of just walking.

[@princessaisyah7029]

Absolutely correct. I have been waking up for years

[@sandracora7788]

I wake up every morning at 2am! Now I finally know why! I do have alot of stress in my life! Thank you Dr. Berg!

[@camicri4263]

Doc, you hit the nail on the head! That's me, minus asthma! Praise God!

[@sherrywoodcock5012]

My husband and I have been following your suggestions for at least five years now. We both have improved our metabolical age. I am 68 years of age and my husband is 66. I have reduced my metabolic age to 21 and my husband is not far behind me. We both take your products, specific to our symptoms and conditions and have found amazing benefits....like the fact that we can get around very well on our own steam and our mental health has certainly improved! Thank you for ALL you share with us and that we are able to purchase quality products from you...I know this sounds like an advertisement but, the fact of the matter is, we still have to do the work and be the one's to implement the change. Faith without works, is dead...and that's what we would be....far too early...if we did not heed the suggestions you freely, present for options of great health... It is a way of life for us now, not a 'diet'. It is, what quality, we want to create for our physical and mental lives. Thanks again Dr. Berg!

[@bahoujbahouj4190]

This video resumes hell of problems we meet in our life conserning health issues . Dr berg is always the top of health counselors

[@PattyArroyo11]

Thanks, finally I realize the reason I was loosing butt and thighs while getting upper belly fat ! I exercise regular and keep a pretty decent diet. But my stress control lately could be improved. Very grateful for this information Doc ! Greeting from the tropics !

[@Jahefe13]

I get huge benefits from your videos , the stuff my doctor doesn't share or know I thank you so much!

[@lisarogers8903]

I search you almost everyday to learn and research conditions and causes. Your videos are so direct, iinformative and easy to understand. Thank you for all YOUR resesrch in health to help all of us. You are truly a blessing.

[@Tingtong7130]

I’ve been living under your umbrella for years now. I over lost 5 stone and I feel so grateful that you put this information out, it is quite literally life saving, physically and mentally! Thank you and my children and husband (inadvertently) thank you too for a fitter, happier, healthier Mum/wife

[@Ziggydoodah]

Wow. Well done 👏

[@delovely1577]

This is right on time. Thanks doc. I notice around my monthly cursed time i wake up at 2 for 4 or 5 days before it starts. Very stressful. As for success im down 45 lbs so far with if. Slow and steady wins the race and consistency is key🙌🏾💓🙌🏾

[@AngelaMerici12]

That's Awesome!! 😄✊

[@alexlg9521]

Jesus payed the price and broke the curse. It doesn't have to be a curse to you anymore 🙏

[@Drberg]

That is amazing! You're doing a great job! I'll send this to Dr. Berg, he'll appreciate it. We would also love if you share your success story here: www.drberg.com/add-client-success-story Dr. Berg's Support Team.

[@thebtchthathikes1008]

@@alexlg9521 than eVe wouldn't have been banished for ONE mistake while criminals can get in🙄. 'g_d' is useless and is the same entity as 👹.

[@thebtchthathikes1008]

@Alex LG than eVe wouldn't have been banished for ONE mistake while criminals can get in🙄. 'g_d' is useless and is the same entity as 👹.

[@baybaymarino5498]

I do have all the symptoms 😭...good thing u gave the remedies...thank u!

[@mikebell5378]

Your passion to help reminds me a of a genuine family doctor of long ago. Calming and informative

[@colink2000au]

Hi Dr Berg! Listener for 5 months, took to IF in February and I’m down from 92kg to 84kg on May 01. I still eat carbs but now with as many vegetables as I can get in with them. This video is good, my solution to this 2:30 am wake up for 15 years which works 50-60% of the time, is to listen to videos, to try distract my brain from what the stressor is, then I’ll get back to sleep. I’m keen to add these others from your video!

[@4406bbldb]

Pre low carb I really was the poster child for this video. I made big changes and now all good. At 74 it’s great to improve.

[@splanzza]

I am not sure how to describe this, but stumbling up no your channel is a life changer for me. Subject is complex and it would take books for me to express my self here. I will say that I am eternally grateful to you and all the knowledge you share! I also do spread your info so other people can help them self as well. There is not a single video on your channel that I have not recognized my issues. Completely or at least partially! And unless we do not recognize those our self no help will come or happen. People, do not hesitate to look those issues straight on and admit! If you do not help your self nobody will. Thank you Dr Berg! 👽

[@sukisidhu4502]

Dr Berg you really do have a very calm voice and when I’m listening to you I find my cortisol levels go down because it’s very relaxing to hear your voice & tone. I have watched so many off your videos and I have learned so much from each video because firstly it’s your voice and your information is so explanatory and educational and very easily understood. You truly are a God send🙏🙏🙏 I tried your intermittent fasting and it’s very effective. Thanks so much 🙏 much appreciated. Suki Sidhu Tor Canada

[@jerryyelton9893]

I am 71 years old caretaker of husband. Difficult task stressful . My weight has gone up my tolerance gone down . Sleep is not good at all.I took your advice on thiamine magnesium zinc and apple cider vinegar .I already was taking vitamin D3 but increased dose . I was losing my hair and felt awful all the time tired . I also started taking a multi collagen . I started about three months ago and already seeing a difference in energy and decrease hair loss . I am still having great difficulty with sleep although I am on and have been on for years ambien . I will continue this regimen thank you for all your wisdom and making it available to all !

[@7_333--8]

I wake up at 3 am and start to pray and feeling so great, in that time God hears our prayer, May God bless y all

[@SubcontinentIndex]

Om Namah Shivay. Hare Krishna Hare Ram. Jay Jay Siya Ram!

[@jessicac6787]

If I wake up, I pray, too

[@Shshkh976]

If you do it again , please remember me in your prayers 😢 as I am suffering a lot , i will also pray for you dear❤❤

[@mcspankie2010]

@@jessicac6787 so do I

[@larrymccue8097]

You're dreaming

[@rakhee_aisha]

Thank You Dr.Universe. I always thought I had a problem with the Cortisol. Thank you for practically targeting almost every human health problem. 🙏🏻👍🏻

[@manny7886]

I sleep about 6 hours on average whether I go to bed early or late. So, I prefer to go to bed later at night so I won't wake up around 2 or 3 in the morning.

[@donnaml8776]

I ride my bicycle quite far (around 37 to 40 miles) and I’m also a person whose never (meaning even as a child) needed more then 6 hours sleep. What is hard is that I am tired in the evening and fall asleep around 8:00 to 9:00 pm. So I wake up around 2:00 to 3:00 am. So I try to force myself to stay awake up to around 9:30. Sometimes I can make it and then I wake between 3:30 or can actually sleep until 4:30. It just makes for a long day though. Fortunately I do love mornings.

[@Queenie-the-genie]

@Violett Fem May I reccommend that you read the book “Breath” by James Nestor or better yet search for interviews with him on KZbin - there are many. Cured my lifelong insommnia from day one.

[@Cissy2cute]

@@donnaml8776 My psychiatrist said that if the number of hours you sleep leaves you waking up refreshed, then that is enough time for you. This7-8 hour number does not apply to everyone. Sounds like if you can adjust when you fall asleep, you wouldn't be in too bad a shape. This may not apply, but years ago a news story was done on a family where the father and one of the two daughters would go to sleep around 4 pm and wake up in the wee hours of the morning. It felt perfectly normal to them and the worse thing was that it was hard for them to keep up with the other family members. So there may be something genetic involved.

[@tazboy1934]

@Violett Fem me too ,i do intention to wake up at 4 but i wake up at 2...

[@hannabaal150]

@Violett Fem I remember Dr. Berg saying he goes to bed early and gets up at like 3 or 4 am. Maybe that's when makes all these videos!

[@imalwaysme4332]

I have sent my elderly mother to his videos, he has helped her so much! Me as well for that matter! I will always check in with his very informative videos before I do anything! I LOVE HOW HE EXPLAINS EEEVERYTHING STEP BY STEP!!!! Love Dr. Berg

[@InTheNow2020]

Really glad you did this video Eric. I'm just discovering this now. That my excessive thoughts are making me sick with high cortisol levels. So getting back to long walks and taking calcium magnesium are vital for getting healthy again, among the the other recommended items. Merry Christmas from Vancouver, Canada and thanks again for the great info.

[@genxx2724]

Watching or reading mysteries, violence, suspense, or historical material about mistreatment is not good for our cortisol levels. It ruins our health and our personalities.

[@greenbroke6923]

I have had my cortisol tested a number of times and recently it was very revealing with 2-day saliva tests. I appreciate you focusing on this because I have suffered with the symptoms of high cortisol for sure. Thank you Dr Berg!

[@malgorzatabujnarowski2078]

Taking ST JOHN’S WORTH helped me sleep like a baby and it also calmed me down!!!😴😴 Also VALERIAN ROOT is very helpful.

[@urpgag2]

just do not take any SSRI's with it.

[@shdagentzero]

Do you prefer valerian root over melatonin? I am having trouble sleeping and I was recommended both of them :O

[@Anne-kb9hd]

St John's Wort, is a very popular Medicine prescribed by GP's in Europe for Depression & Anxiety. However as it is a Blood thinner, like Fenengrek, you need to stop taking it about a week before Surgery.

[@urpgag2]

@@shdagentzero I've never tried the valerian, but have taken melatonin for many years.

[@jacquietarr7280]

Huge benefits from the information you share particularly on IF and reduced carb diet. Has helped me overcome years of AI disease and inflammation; and is now helping my husband reduce his weight and become more energized. Thank you for your generosity and brilliant communication 🙏

[@DuxetRex]

Ever since I stopped casually dating, and tried to find a steady partner, my life has been in shambles. Weight gain. Pain. Anxiety. Insomnia. Mood swings. Monetary problems. Etc. etc. etc. I'm 46 now. And I've realized that the pressure I've put on myself to find a life partner has ruined my health. Not everyone is cut out to be in relationships. People can live happy lives being single and living the bachelor/bachelorette life. That's the life I lead when I was at my happiest. That's the life I'm going to start leading again.

[@coreenjordaan6294]

I soooo totally agree with you!!! Coreen from Cape Town SA

[@tcwick9426]

Thank you kind sir!! with in an yeari i turned around all the health issues i had taking in, invaluable info ur providing here . Now im kind if an advocate of your channel sharing this info with my family & peers. Again, Thank kindly you for you service sir.

[@lisaMay1966]

I had been using rogaine and eyelash serum for 2 years with little to nothing results. Apparently I had a zinc deficiency. Since taking your trace minerals and hair supplements I don't even need rogaine or eyelash serum. My hair is full and thick again and my eyelashes and eyebrows look thick and beautiful. THANK YOU SO MUCH

[@nininglively7303]

Perfect time! I need it, nowadays stress and having difficulties with sleep..

[@briancannon1704]

You’re helping me stay motivated. Extremely grateful for you as I’m in the middle of difficult health changes. Thank you doctor.

[@Healingisfree]

1-3AM is high-tide for Liver, according to TCM. When we eat later than sunset, esp when we eat bad food and/or drink alcohol...our liver has to work over-time at it's high-tide to do all the work it needs to do. Since it is over-working, it pulls energy from the meridian, including muscles and connective tissues, causing tightness/soreness when we wake up in the morning. This explains why we wake up around 2am after eating/drinking late, and then have a sore neck in the morning. The answer is to change the pattern. In short term, manual massage and Qi Gong releases the pain/disease and restores flow.

[@TheWelcome23]

Your videos gives me hope! As a cancer sufferer your videos and the diet changes as result is doing wonders for me. Thank you so much!

[@1Wendy_Woo]

Thank You I suffer from terrible cortisol imbalance. Zero energy to move, then pain when I do. Vicious cycle. I need to up my practice of all you mentioned.

[@annelimagnusson788]

I just love your videos, because they are all About me!!😅 I have lived LCHF for almost 12 years and the last 3 i've done Keto! I still got som issues but they are very few at this moment thanks to the priceless informations from you!!👌🥰

[@kamranmahmoudizadeh6904]

Since I stopped watching news on TV and radio and started to take your advice I feel so much better doc. Thanks for helping humans Dr Bergs , wish you best of all

[@manie3232]

I had 8 hormones tested for the first time last month. My cortisol was cycling correctly, it was highest in the morning BUT it was TOO high in the morning. And another thing is as it was going down it spiked just a little before going down to its lowest level. One symptom of high cortisol in the morning is morning anxiety which I do often feel. When I looked that up on KZbin I came upon a lot of videos that talked about CAR, Cortisol Awakening Response. It said if you have high cortisol in the morning to not eat sugar in the morning and do some cardio within the first 10 minutes of awakening. The other symptoms I have that be Dr. Berg mentioned is muscle wasting in my thighs. I used to have muscular legs. Although I heard adrenal Fatigue can cause muscle wasting too and the other thing is I do often wake up at about exactly 2 am, although the last several times it was about 3 am.

[@margaretcordova3268]

I have had hbp for so long. No matter what I did it was always high. After 9 years or more of following Dr. Berg my blood pressure has now come down so low that I am in shock! It used to to stay at 215/116. I found it was due to too many carbs! Now it is around 118/76. I had to see a doctor regularly because I had fractured my wrist and later fractured my Arm. I stayed off the carbs because the Dr. wanted to call an ambulance everytime I went to see the Workmans comp dr. I have to stay below 30 carbs. I am extremely sensitive to carbs and caffeine. I always woke up at 2 am and could not go back to sleep! As long as I stay low on carbs I sleep through the night and my belly fat is disappearing. Thank you so much Dr. Berg!

[@Ghanja007]

Wow, I’ve been going through that 2am-8am cycle for almost 2 years now and never understood why. I recently started going to the gym and that has helped. But I never knew it was due to having high cortisol. I wish I’ve watched your videos sooner. Super helpful and scientific. Thank you!

[@RT22444]

Thank you for this no fluff delivery of information. Straight to the point and clear. Definitely perfect for someone who has symptoms of high cortisol LOL Time go go balance my stress levels!

[@justinbeauchane4786]

Thank you for the videos. I've been able to cut out 95% of my sugar intake in less than 5 days by listening to you. It wasn't even that hard

[@bhanumathikasi8531]

Pls explain...how did u do it....

[@justinbeauchane4786]

I've been eating more eggs, with pink Himalayan salt. More animal fats in my beef and pork. Switched to all organic coffee. And basically understanding that sugar was causing a lot of inflammation and stiffness as a side effect so why eat so much of it?

[@manny7886]

@@bhanumathikasi8531 - Just by eliminating all processed grains and sugary drinks (you are already eliminated about 90% of refined carbs/sugar). Basically, just go whole foods. No labels to read. Thankfully, I love to cook. I know exactly what goes in on my food.

[@franchi8601]

Thanks Dr. Berg for this video. I keep my eyes open for this topic. I have read about vitamin C to control cortisol and I use natural vitamin C from juice of oranges, lime and 1/2 lemon from time to time. It seems to work. And yes cortisol affects the knees and glutes with patience tolerance changes. But this video gives me more options to help manage it, thanks.

[@nobarakugisaki356]

Thank you for your lovely videos, making us aware of health issues, I used to wake up at 2 am to go to the toilet, and then pick up my diary to catch up with work for the day, or start doing the chores and then binge on KZbin till 6 am , it's been one month since I've started intermittent fasting, (and OMAD once a week) , weight is now 33 pounds down in the first month thanks to you, now I enjoy better sleep , cheers and God bless you

[@narayananvenkateswaran6]

Your videos in general are great but the ones on cortisol have been specially helpful! I suffer the classic cortisol problem - I wake up at 2-3 am and I get my best sleep at 9 am - 10 am :( :( Everyone says I have put on weight. I recently have been yearning to go to nature, beaches... Now I finally understand what's going on... Thank you!

[@Drberg]

You're welcome. Glad the video about cortisol helped you. Have a nice day!

[@mariek4362]

Your advice on intermediate fasting has helped with so many minor ailments I have had. One, I believe fasting helped my body repair itself from an old injury (a torn ligament) in my shoulder. The other, I have only taken one antacid tablet in two years due to your advice with acv. No omeprazole for me! Thank you, Dr. Berg! You are my go to for health knowledge! 🙂

[@lkjacob1]

I had a procedure yesterday (Friday) and my BP was 201/160! Needless to say the nurses were panicked. I received 30mg of a beta blocker and my BP went down to 160/90. I was drilled on what was going on and told them it's because I have been stressed about the procedure and it happens all the time. I get my head wrapped around the axel because I worry about what could be found. Everything came out great! However, I did order a BP cuff to monitor and will keep an eye out.

[@danladking9788]

Did you get a cuff? What is it now?

[@miznikki2u]

I have always loved going on a hike in nature after work when the weather is good to soak in that vitamin D and also de-stress. Follwed by a healthy Keto based meal! I think that's what people need to start doing! Awesome info, thanks Dr!

[@aidanmohrman9493]

How you getting out of work in the afternoon though?

[@ayieyuz8577]

I wake up 2-3am is right.. after taking ashwaganda.. no more.. thank u dr berg

[@BrNolife]

Thank you very much. I’m am high in cortisol due to mental abuse of my husband. I developed asthma, anxiety, I have pain in all my body and I am pre-diabetic. I am athletic person, do sports every day, my husband luckily left me few months back. I am feeling great during walks and exercise but mostly at night and in the morning I feel strong body pain and I think it’s the cortisol as my brain remembers the stress. I still need to go through the divorce so I am thankful for all your tips and explanations. Thank you very much. I appreciate what you do! I love your sight and I follow all your tips. Thanks again.

[@michaelchimenti4989]

Awesome. I love how Dr. Berg ties together a variety of information from disparate sources (nutrition, physiology, internal medicine, chemistry, etc...) and puts it all into a complete picture that is easily understandable AND actionable.

[@Toonksbell43]

Wow that 2 am part is so true and confirms my suspicions. I've been dealing with some high stress narcissitic abuse and having to frantically leave that situation with my parent and kind of just figure out how to take my life back. For a while I've felt like I might have high cortisol and I started trying to fix it, the belly fat lessened and the waking up around 2am-3am stopped and I was sleepign through the night. Going on the long long walks I've been going on has been amazing.

[@victorward3590]

Yes, Dr. Berg! 😄 I lost 5 pounds in the last 3 weeks, that I just could NOT get rid of until I happened upon your videos. THANK YOU 💙

[@michellemarie123]

I’ve had this problem for YEARS AND YEARS, and didn’t understand it. Now, I need to take action with your suggestions about how to remedy it. Thank you so much.

[@sheilagilleland4312]

I’ve had high cortisol for a while now, I forget there’s so much I can do to improve the problem. I’m also suffering from insomnia! I need to get on top of this problem now! Thanks for the great information.

[@Liz-cmc313]

I have all you mentioned. Just found out my BP is 197 over 117.... 🤯

[@thelazylizardmatt]

Shift work for the last 11 years has destroyed me.

[@JudithAnn-to9lv]

me too

[@davidblades7989]

Yup you are giving me information on things I need to know, thanks.

[@tomheater6149]

Dr. Berg; Sometimes I think you make these videos just for me. Thank you!

[@Drberg]

Most welcome! Glad you found them useful!

[@robineddy1047]

Watching this pushed my cortisol levels right up 😮

[@inventamus]

Another gem of knowledge from Dr. Berg. Thank you!

[@Drberg]

Very glad to be of help.

[@Camellia303]

Keep waking up at 3 am for a lo-o-o-ong time and feeling great. But then around 8 am I am getting so sleepy. Now I see the reason.

[@TroyHill442]

Great video! I had that early morning waking thing, it's horrible! Was getting like 3-4 hours of sleep for months. I tried everything, working out, sleep hygiene, cutting out my ADHD meds (Adderall), and nothing was helping... However what did actually help me was to lower my caffeine intake. It sounds nuts but drinking too much coffee at 8-9am was absolutely priming me to wake up super early. It really helped. I know everyone is different but I think it's worth mentioning, since so many people consume caffeine. Perhaps it was a synergy with the amphetamine. But I feel the best I have in years now. I take the Adderall again and it hasn't affected my sleep at all.

[@irmaramirez1518]

I been very stressful. And I'm taking cortisol . It made me feel better. And I could sleep. So i don't know. May God help me.

[@scratchinjack608]

Your set of videos, this one and others, on cortisol has help recognize a few of my habits. The 2 AM waking and a large amount of visceral fat were my worse and most frustrating symptoms. Between progressive weight training 4X a week (being mindful of lower body exercises), meditative breathing exercises and daily intermittent fasting (16/8) for the past 4 months, I have eliminated nearly all the symptoms you mention here and had lost 10 pounds of visceral fat and gained 5 pounds of muscle. A year ago, I weighed in at 270 pounds overall and 4 months later, about 250. As my trainer tells me, it is likely I will reach my goal of reaching my former overall weight of 185 but will feel very successful if I return to 200 pounds as long as I can get back to a healthier level of visceral fat. AND, my PCP can verify all of this but it was you who helped me to investigate all possibilities. Thank you!