For many if not most of us, springtime brings a boost in mood and energy - we're drawn to the outdoors and become more physically active. This not only has positive effects on our cardiovascular ...

In an era where high-intensity workouts dominate fitness culture, a countermovement emphasizing gentler forms of movement has emerged, focusing on exercises that minimize the body’s stress response.

If you’ve scrolled through social media lately, you may have seen some chatter about cortisol—a stress hormone—and its supposed villainous effects on your body. Negative effects of cortisol have been ...

"Log 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise every week" is tried and true advice from healthcare professionals. Sure, regular exercise can lower the risk of heart disease, but research as recent ...

Whether a result of an upcoming deadline at school or problems with financial responsibilities, stress is a common part of life. Cortisol is a hormone that is responsible for regulating the body’s ...

In the ever-evolving world of fitness and wellness, few topics have sparked as much discussion as cortisol. Social media platforms overflow with concerns about this “stress hormone,” particularly from ...

A Stanford neuroscientist Andrew Huberman says one overlooked morning habit can reset your energy, focus and health, but most ...

Cortisol has become one of those buzzwords people hear constantly but rarely understand. It’s blamed for weight gain, burnout, anxiety, breakouts, and poor sleep — and while it’s easy to dismiss it as ...

Are you an avid exercise lover? Do you also have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? Then this article is for you! If you've spent any time on social media in the IBS and gut health space, you've probably ...

Viar warns of three very common patterns that tend to trigger cortisol: Arriving too hungry for meals. If you go many hours ...