Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne teams up again with the amazing Jacqui Bryan to talk about the unexpected connections between laughter, cortisol, and cancer. If you've ever wondered why there are T-shirts about cortisol, you're in for a treat. Jacqui breaks down how this stress hormone works, what it means for health, and assures us it’s not all doom and gloom—there's actually a lot we can do to keep things balanced. With plenty of giggles and some solid advice, Saranne and Jacqui show how humor can be a powerful tool for healing and wellness.Jacqui Bryan is a certified nutrition specialist, whole health educator, health coach, and registered nurse with a knack for making health talk engaging and understandable. Her deep understanding of functional medicine has helped countless people transform their lifestyles by focusing on balance and nutrition."I think it's helpful to understand what cortisol is and demystify it a little bit and then lower it." ~Jacqui BryanToday on Beating Cancer Daily:· Understanding cortisol as a primary stress hormone essential for health· The adverse effects of chronic stress and elevated cortisol levels· The potential of laughter and joy to reduce stress and cortisol· Balancing cortisol through quality sleep and proper nutrition· The potentially harmful effects of high-stress lifestyles on physical health· The importance of relaxation techniques like deep breathing, yoga, and meditation· Exercise's dual role in moderating cortisol, with varying impact based on intensity· The influence of hydration and diet on cortisol managementContact Jacqui Bryan https://www.jacquibryan.com The #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot and Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News, Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in more than 105 countries on seven continents and has over 350 original daily episodes hosted by stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg! To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:https://www.comedycures.org/ To write to Saranne or a guest:https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8 To record a message to Saranne or a guest:https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:https://www.comedycures.org/ Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate THANK YOU! Please tell a friend who we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review. Have a blessed day! Saranne

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