Cortisol is a popular stress hormone, and elevated levels lead to stress, fatigue and even difficulty losing weight. The only problem is we tend to write off stress because it’s so common. But that’s never a good idea. Elevated cortisol levels can wreak havoc on your body and mind. So, if you have stress – and there’s a good chance you do – here are five ways to reduce cortisol levels naturally.
The holidays are brimming over with family, friends, traditional foods and lots of good cheer. But that’s not all. The holidays are also loaded with sugar, stress, alcohol and busier-than-usual schedules. And even though you’re having a great time, chances are, your hormones aren’t. In fact, all of our imbibing and celebrating can totally disrupt hormones and exacerbate cycle issues even more. Here’s how to reset and recover your hormones post-holidays.
