Adrenal Fatigue and Cortisol Confusion
From Nutrition For Mortals by Nutrition For Mortals
March 18, 2026 · 44 min
About this episode
The episode explores the misconceptions surrounding cortisol and adrenal fatigue, discussing evidence-based recommendations for managing stress response.
Cortisol is one of the most misunderstood hormones on the internet. From adrenal fatigue to diet recommendations to supplement suggestions, claims abound regarding what you should be doing to regulate your stress response. But is there actually evidence to support these diet and supplement recommendations? And what behaviors truly help support and normalize cortisol levels? Join us, two registered dietitians, as we explore the origins of the adrenal fatigue theory, the science behind the body’s stress response, and why real endocrine conditions like Adrenal Insufficiency are very different from the wellness version of “burned-out adrenal glands.” Want to support the show and get bonus episodes? Join our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/nutritionformortals Leave us a voicemail that may be featured on a future episode! Call us at (562)-N4M-POD1 (562-646-7631) . We’ve got MERCH! Check it out HERE Don’t want to miss any episodes in the future? Make sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! Things we talked about and additional reading: Adrenal Fatigue (Book by James Wilson) Adrenal Fatigue Article #1 Endocrine Society Cortisol and Physiology Dieting and Cortisol Depression…
People in this episode
Host: Nutrition For Mortals
Topics covered
- adrenal fatigue
- cortisol
- stress response
- diet recommendations
- supplement suggestions
- endocrine conditions
Keywords
- cortisol
- adrenal fatigue
- diet
- supplements
- stress response
- endocrine conditions
- adrenal insufficiency
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Endocrine Society
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