Cortisol
Cortisol is your body's main stress hormone, and when it stays high too long it can disturb your sleep, energy and mood and leave you battling cravings.
Cortisol is your body's main stress hormone, and in small doses it is actually your friend, helping you wake up, focus and handle challenges. The trouble begins when stress never switches off and cortisol stays high day after day. That is when you might feel wired but tired, struggle to sleep, or reach for sugary snacks you did not really want.
The good news is that gentle daily habits can bring it back into balance:
- Get morning light and move your body a little
- Protect your sleep and slow your breathing when tense
You do not need a dramatic overhaul, just kinder rhythms. For a soft, energising place to start your day, explore our morning habits for lasting energy.
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