By DEVI SHASTRI Cortisol, what is known as the stress hormone, is the talk of the internet. Wellness influencers warn about ...

What is cortisol, and how is it related to stress? Cortisol is often called the "stress hormone" and is released by the adrenal glands -- part of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, a bodily ...

As we age, particularly over 40, managing cortisol levels becomes increasingly important for achieving a flatter stomach and overall wellness. Elevated cortisol, a stress hormone, can contribute to ...

Little changes can go a long way.

Doctors are largely dismissing the idea that supplements are necessary to lower levels of your ‘stress hormone’ ...

Cortisol was discovered in the mid-20th century, but in the last year or so, this naturally occurring hormone has entered the limelight of social media. You can find videos on TikTok discussing ...

Cortisol—it’s an often-vilified stress hormone that’s been implicated for its role in excess belly fat and risk for a number of chronic diseases. It’s a hormone your body releases in order to help you ...

In the quest to find effective, meaningful stress relief, TikTokers have zeroed in on a marker that plays a critical role in a person’s physical and mental health. Cortisol, or the hormone released by ...

Plus, what to do about it.

They’re not all related to stress.

Your belly fat could be a result of stress and inflammation or it could be just fat deposition. Understanding this can help you address the issue and get rid of the fat.