Infrasound Can Subtly Raise Stress and Discomfort, New Study Finds
New research suggests that infrasound — very low-frequency sound below 20 Hz — can increase cortisol levels and…
Doctor Explains How Ashwagandha May Reduce Belly Fat Linked To Stress
Juggling deadlines, navigating traffic, and managing personal commitments often leads to a common frustration: a stubborn deposition of…
Cortisol Kill-Switch: Exercise Rewires Stress Biology
Summary: We’ve long known that a run can clear your head, but a landmark one-year randomized clinical trial…
Sugar intake may reduce effectiveness of relaxation exercises
How does sugar affect relaxation exercises? A new study carried out by researchers from the University of Konstanz…
Systematic review identifies stress-induced biological triggers in oncology
Stress is a constant companion in the oncologist’s office. It appears at the time of diagnosis, increases with…
Is high cortisol really to blame for all my problems?
It’s 8pm on a Wednesday. I got home from work an hour ago, and I’m lying on the…
Ashwagandha aids recovery without blunting training stress in athletes
A controlled trial in team-sport athletes suggests Ashwagandha may help maintain hormonal balance and support recovery and power…
Is cortisol the enemy? Heart surgeon with 25 years of experience explains the essential role of the stress hormone
Scroll through wellness content today and you’ll likely see one recurring message: lower your cortisol to lower your…
Chennai fitness trainer shares 5 simple daily habits that helped him stay lean, strong and healthy for 20 years
Weight loss and fitness are rarely a one-time fix – the real challenge begins once you’ve reached your…
Prenatal stress hormones may shape when a baby’s teeth erupt
A new birth cohort study reveals that a mother’s stress-related hormones in late pregnancy, especially cortisol, may quietly…
7 Was to Lower Cortisol Levels When You’re Stressed Out
4. Be mindful Paying attention to your breath is a form of mindfulness — noticing what’s happening in your…
Drinking less water daily spikes your stress hormone
Researchers discovered that people who don’t drink enough water react with sharper cortisol spikes during stressful events, explaining…