Join us this week as we delve deep into the intricate web of metabolic health. Discover the profound impact your gut has on mental well-being, unravel the mysteries of sex hormones with aging, and explore the critical role of sleep in optimizing metabolic function. Learn about fascinating concepts like metaflammation and inflammaging, gaining insights into common metabolic roadblocks that might be silently affecting your future health. Our host shares a personal journey of battling inflammation, hormonal imbalances, and the chemistry of the body while running and struggling to lose weight. Explore the comprehensive nature of metabolism, extending beyond mere calorie counting. Understand why the conventional calories in vs. calories out model falls short in revealing the full story. Discover how stress hormones intertwine with sex hormones, influencing your body's intricate balance. Uncover the secrets behind cortisol patterns and their impact on gonadotropin-releasing hormone, shedding light on how chronic stress can disrupt sex hormone production. Learn how elevated cortisol levels may lead to weight gain, hinder repair processes, and affect insulin receptors, contributing to metabolic dysregulation. Dive into the world of stress-related nutrient depletion, exploring key vitamins and minerals affected, and discover practical lifestyle interventions to address stress. From morning light exposure to adaptogens like L Theanine and ashwagandha, our host provides actionable tips for stress management. Explore the physiological and psychological impact of stress on cravings and hedonic urges. Learn how allostatic load influences your body's response to stressors, affecting everything from sleep quality to muscle-building capacity. Discover the importance of rest cycles and the balance between intense workouts and recovery. Discover personalized approaches to stress management, from adaptogens to lifestyle modifications. Our host emphasizes the significance of understanding the root cause of stress and suggests tools like box breathing, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, red light therapy, and taking time out. Don't miss this eye-opening episode that unveils the intricate connections between stress, cortisol, weight, and immunity. Gain valuable insights into optimizing your metabolic health and embark on a journey to reclaiming balance in your body. Ready to take the first step towards a healthier you? Listen now and explore the profound link between stress, metabolism, and overall well-being.   Personalised Health Optimisation Consulting with Lisa Tamati Lisa offers solution focused coaching sessions to help you find the right answers to your challenges.   Topics Lisa can help with:  Lisa is a Genetics Practitioner, Health Optimisation Coach, High Performance and Mindset Coach. She is a qualified Ph360 Epigenetics coach and a clinician with The DNA Company and has done years of research into brain rehabilitation, neurodegenerative diseases and biohacking. She has extensive knowledge on such therapies as hyperbaric oxygen,  intravenous vitamin C, sports performance, functional genomics, Thyroid, Hormones, Cancer and much more. She can assist with all functional medicine testing. Testing Options Comprehensive Thyroid testing DUTCH Hormone testing Adrenal Testing Organic Acid Testing Microbiome Testing Cell Blueprint Testing Epigenetics Testing DNA testing Basic Blood Test analysis Heavy Metals  Nutristat Omega 3 to 6 status and more  Lisa and her functional medicine colleagues in the practice can help you navigate the confusing world of health and medicine . She can also advise on the latest research and where to get help if mainstream medicine hasn't got the answers you are searching for whatever the  challenge you are facing from cancer to gut issues, from depression and anxiety, weight loss issues, from head injuries to burn out to hormone optimisation to the latest in