You might think diabetes is only caused by eating too much sugar and carbohydrates, but Dr. Eric Berg explains that chronic stress can also lead to insulin resistance, and even diabetes, through the adrenal hormone cortisol . Here's a complete breakdown:
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🧠 The relationship between adrenal glands and stress
- The adrenal glands are located above the kidneys and are responsible for secreting the stress hormone cortisol .
- Cortisol's function: breaks down proteins → produces glucose → raises blood sugar.
- Long-term high cortisol levels → persistently high blood sugar → increased insulin secretion → insulin resistance
👉 Even if you eat healthily, stress can still cause your blood sugar to get out of control.
🔄 The " catabolic effect " of cortisol
- Breaking down muscle protein → converting it into an ammonia + carbon skeleton .
- The carbon skeleton is then converted into glucose → blood sugar rises.
- Result: Muscle atrophy and fat accumulation → resulting in a "stick-thin legs + big belly" physique.
⚠️ Common scenarios that trigger diabetes due to stress
- Chronic insomnia/insufficient sleep
- Unrecovered stress after pregnancy
- Mood swings / Work stress / Family stress
- Untreated chronic anxiety/depression
👉 Stress = the culprit behind latent diabetes → Adrenal health needs to be taken seriously
✅ Recommendations for repairing adrenal glands and stabilizing blood sugar
1️ Stress-reducing lifestyle habits
- Daily meditation/deep breathing exercises
- Fixed sleep schedule + relaxation before bed
- Reduce caffeine/alcohol intake
2️ Dietary combination
- Ketogenic diet + intermittent fasting → stabilizes insulin and reduces cortisol fluctuations
- Supplementing with B vitamins (especially B5 and B6 ) → supports adrenal function .
- Supplementing with magnesium and potassium helps relax nerves and reduces stress response.
3️ Moderate exercise
- Recommendations: Brisk walking, yoga, stretching exercises
- Avoid: Excessive high-intensity exercise → which may stimulate cortisol secretion.
🧾 In conclusion: Don't assume that "diabetes = overeating" anymore. Knowing how to reduce stress is key to truly stabilizing blood sugar.
Starting today, we'll help you build a strong foundation for your health with an adrenal repair lifestyle, a targeted stress reduction and dietary strategy, and a stress-driven diabetes reversal plan!
Don't let the misconception that "stress equals mental health problems" hold you back. True health comes from knowing how to manage stress effectively, eat healthily, and nourish your body properly! 💪🧠🧬
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YouTube Column: Dr. Berger in Chinese Health knowledge
