🧬What is Cortisol?
Cortisol is a glucocorticoid hormone released by your adrenal glands in response to stress. It plays a critical role in metabolism, immune function, and your body's fight-or-flight response.
In short bursts, it's essential. But when cortisol stays elevated—due to chronic stress, poor sleep, or overstimulation—it disrupts nearly every system in the body: from your brain and gut to your mood and memory.
The good news? You can regulate it—naturally and effectively.
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