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by Hannah Alderson (Author)
Often underestimated as 'the stress hormone', we need cortisol to keep us alive. However, you can have too much of a good thing and, right now, we're finding that out the hard way...
Every woman's guide to understanding cortisol, breaking the stress cycle, and reclaiming your health and happiness Nutritionist and hormone specialist Hannah Alderson reveals the true role of cortisol in our bodies, explaining why we need it and exploring how dysregulated cortisol can disrupt everyday wellbeing - from burnout and brain fog to nervous system triggers and the effects of chronic stress. Her four-step programme combines nutritional guidance and lifestyle practices to bring your body back to balance. With simple strategies and realistic solutions, you'll be empowered to stop the spiral, boost your mood, and find your way back to a place of calm, clarity, and confidence. This book will allow you to:- Understand the real role cortisol plays in energy, mood, and metabolism
- Combine nutritional guidance and actionable lifestyle strategies to support a healthy cortisol rhythm
- Empower yourself with the tools and knowledge to transform your health
- Advocate effectively for your own wellbeing
- Break free from chronic stress and the burnout spiral
Author Biography
Hannah Alderson's mission is to educate, empower, and create a positive force in women's lives. Her clinic, The Positive Method, seeks to boost hormonal health and happiness via nutrition, sleep, movement, self love, and creativity. She is a BANT Registered Nutritionist and Functional Medicine Practitioner, member of The British Menopause Society and the Institute of Functional Medicine, and sits on the Medical Advisory board for the PCOS Awareness Association.
Number of Pages: 224
Dimensions: 1 x 8 x 6.1 IN
Publication Date: September 15, 2026
