In this episode of heartbeat, Dr. Brooke Stuart dives into a discussion on revisiting allostatic load and bio-individuality. What may be trivial to one person may not be trivial to you. Every choice matters, and the more we self-study, the more we can and will understand what these choices are and are not.

  • Allostatic Load: Allostatic load. also known as the overall body burden, is the cumulative wear and tear on the body that results from repeated stress over time.
  • How Is Allostatic Load Measured?: We can measure allostatic load through metabolic, immune, neuroendocrine and cardiovascular markers like HRV and cortisol.
  • Spillover: What fills your cup (stress) and creates a spillover?
  • Bio-Individuality: Bio-individuality is the concept that each person has unique genetic and epigenetic factors that influence their overall health and wellness needs. This idea recognizes that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to diet, lifestyle, or healthcare in general, and that what works for one person may not work for another due to their individual differences.
  • Maybe It’s Not Trivial: The impact each choice has is based on your bio-individuality. What may be a small choice for someone may not be for you and vice versa.

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Dr. Brooke Stuart is the Founder of Let Go & Grow®, Co-Founder of Lead Lab, and a holistic doctor in private practice, where she works with a unique combination of holistic counseling and functional medicine to personalize treatment plans for her patients as she partners with them to unlock their own, intrinsic ability to heal! She works with patients locally in Orlando, FL, and virtually worldwide. She also works with groups, families, couples and children upon request to address the root cause of a wide range of health issues including but not limited to: stress-related disorders, thyroid and hormonal imbalances, blood sugar dysregulation, compromised detoxification, gastrointestinal and cardiometabolic issues, and more.

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