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The Hidden Impact of High Cortisol: Recognizing and Managing the Stress Hormone

Cortisol often gets a bad rap, being labeled as the “stress hormone” that can disrupt our bodies. But in reality, cortisol is more like a double agent. On one hand, it’s our body’s frontline defense, helping us respond to stress by regulating inflammation, metabolism, blood pressure, and even our sleep-wake cycles. However, when cortisol oversteps…