Stress is common, and many people use yoga, calming music, or walks with podcasts to unwind. Cortisol is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that regulates stress, inflammation, blood sugar, blood pressure, metabolism, energy, and circadian rhythm. Short cortisol surges help in acute stressful moments, but chronically elevated cortisol links to poor sleep, weakened immunity, high blood pressure, and stronger food cravings. A nonalcoholic cortisol cocktail has gained popularity on social platforms and claims to reduce stress, boost energy, and induce calm. Recipe variations exist, sometimes substituting cream of tartar for magnesium.
Let's face it - the world can be a stressful place. There are numerous ways to reduce stress and deal with the trials and tribulations life throws at you. I for one like to practice yoga, wind down with some calming music, or go for a walk while listening to one of my favorite podcasts. Given how stressful our world is at the moment, I can easily see why this drink has gone viral.
First things first, what even is cortisol? Let's break it down. Cortisol is a hormone produced by your adrenal glands (which sit on top of your kidneys) that help regulate your stress levels. Cortisol plays a role in reducing inflammation in the body, as well as regulating your blood sugar, blood pressure, metabolism, energy levels, and circadian rhythm (which is linked to your sleep cycle).
Cortisol is crucial for your body's function - we need it to survive. It can surge in stressful situations, such as running to catch the subway or rushing to meet a deadline for work. It's good in short bursts, but when there's too much cortisol and those levels remain elevated consistently, that's when things can get a bit out of wack. High cortisol levels can be linked to difficulty sleeping, poor immune function, high blood pressure, and more intense food cravings.
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