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Suneeta Sunny

Doctor Warns: If You've 3 Or More Of These Sleep Issues, Check Your Stress Hormone

In addition to sleep issues, high cortisol levels can lead to weight gain, acne, high blood sugar and blood pressure, muscle weakness, and weakened bones or osteoporosis. (Credit: image by senivpetro on Freepik)

Do you often wake up in the middle of the night, find yourself drenched in sweat, or experience vivid dreams? Or do you feel exhausted all day but suddenly wide awake at bedtime? These seemingly minor sleep issues should not be ignored, as they could be your body's way of signaling a deeper problem, such as elevated stress hormones, warns a doctor.

Dr. MaryBeth Ayer, a Massachusetts-based board-certified holistic practitioner lists 10 red flags that may indicate high cortisol or stress hormone levels.

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