The Science of Stress: Why You Feel Burnt Out and What to Do About It

Talking With Docs Podcast by Dr. Brad Weening and Dr. Paul Zalzal

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Is Stress Secretly Wrecking Your Health?

Stress isn’t just “in your head” — it can weaken your immune system, disrupt hormones, damage your heart, and raise your risk of long-term illness. Even if you think you're coping, your body might be telling a different story.

In this episode, doctors break down what chronic stress really does to your body — and how to take back control.

You’ll learn:

  • What stress hormones like cortisol do to your system
  • How stress impacts your heart, brain, gut, and immunity
  • The difference between good stress and harmful stress
  • Science-backed ways to manage stress
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