Dr. Margot’s Blog

Mood & Stress

What Does Stress Really Mean? Key Signs of a Stressed Nervous System You Shouldn’t Ignore

As a naturopathic doctor, I often talk about the term “stress”, but I’ve realized that many people don’t necessarily relate to that word. Instead, you might describe feeling constantly overwhelmed, running on adrenaline, or being in perpetual 'go mode. Whatever you call it, these feelings are all signs of chronic stress—and whether we recognize it or not, it’s silently impacting our energy levels, hormones and overall health.

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