Find out how to improve your energy, mood and reduce the risk of disease

(NaturalNews) Most people living in the 'modern' world lack sufficient energy; feel emotionally agitated and, in many cases, suffer with chronic disease symptoms like, joint pain, high blood pressure, diabetes and cancer – to name a few. And, although we often hear that the solution is all about 'diet and exercise' – there's more to this story than meets the eye.

Are you addressing hormonal imbalances? On the next NaturalNews Talk Hour, Jonathan Landsman and Dr. Anna Cabeca talk about the '5 obstacles to optimal health'; the most overlooked reason for most chronic diseases plus '6 steps to feeling great.' If you're ready to take your health to the next level – don't miss our next program about hormone health.

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Why diet and exercise are NOT enough for optimal health

I know that statement sounds 'crazy' – especially coming from me – right? But, with over 30 years of experience – in the health and fitness industry – I can tell you it's true. More than you can imagine, people have told me that they eat a healthy diet and exercise – yet they still feel horrible. What's going on here?

In reality, just about all of us have been exposed to dangerous toxins through the food we eat and the air we breathe – which affect our hormones and overall wellbeing. For example, when I was much younger, my favorite snacks were the worst foods you can imagine - loaded with hormone disturbing chemicals. In addition, for decades, I walked around with 14 mercury-based 'silver' fillings in my mouth – which seriously inhibited my ability to absorb nutrients and, no doubt, affected my emotional wellbeing.

Finally, in terms of exercising, I was intense – competing in basketball, racquetball and road racing (running) events. But, thinking back now, I know this lifestyle only added stress to my life and didn't make me feel healthier.

When I improved my eating habits and even toned down my crazy exercise routine – I didn't really feel much better. I was still short tempered and impatient for more years than I care to remember. Clearly, my life was out of balance and eating organic food was not the only answer for me.

Reality check: Hormonal imbalances pose a serious threat to health and life expectancy

I now know that hormones (and neurotransmitters) are essential for just about every mental, emotional and physical function within us. In fact, if your hormones are out of balance – you increase the risk of inflammatory-related diseases such as, arthritis, heart disease, diabetes and cancer.

But, the main point (for today) to remember is that just eating more organic food or starting an exercise routine - in most cases - will not reverse disease conditions without addressing hormonal imbalances. Bottom line, each person has a unique set of circumstances that brought about their current health crisis and this needs to be addressed – on an individual basis.

For most people, this will require a careful examination of life from top to bottom. Besides eating a healthy diet and exercising, how many toxins are you really exposed to on a daily basis? Are you missing key nutrients? Do you need to repair your digestive system to improve nutrient absorption? And, finally, are you an unknowing victim of self-imposed (limiting) beliefs? (Remember, your beliefs guide future behavior)

All of these issues affect your hormones and, ultimately, the entire direction of your life for better or worse. On the next NaturalNews Talk Hour, get a specific plan of action to balance hormones and achieve optimal health.

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This week's guest: Dr. Anna Cabeca, board certified Gynecologist and Obstetrician

Find out how to balance your hormones naturally and feel great - Sun. Aug. 23

Dr. Anna Cabeca is a board certified Gynecologist and Obstetrician, as well as board certified in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine, an expert in Functional Medicine, and an expert in women's health. She specializes successful menopause and age-management medicine..

Since completing her residency at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, Dr. Cabeca has maintained a private practice in Southeast Georgia. She frequently lectures nationally and internationally regarding women's health issues and is a consultant for many other physicians in the principles of Functional Medicine.

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