This ‘dictator’ of hormones has a major impact on sleep and metabolism — how to tell if your levels are out of whack
Stop the stresses! Cortisol is known as the body’s primary stress hormone, but it has many essential functions. It naturally peaks in the morning to help you wake up and feel alert and then gradually decreases throughout the day to eventually prepare your body for sleep. Elevated cortisol over a long while can lead to increased … Read more