How Can I Reduce the Amount of Cortisol Secretion?
Cortisol is a hormone secreted by your body to help regulate functions such as blood pressure, glucose production, insulin and immune system and inflammatory response. Cortisol, which is secreted directly into the blood stream, is sometimes referred to as “the stress hormone” because it is released in larger doses when you’re dealing with stressful situations. Unfortunately, prolonged cortisol secretion has been associated with a number of health issues, including suppressed thyroid function, a decrease in bone density and increased abdominal fat. Abdominal fat also leads to health problems such as heart disease and diabetes.
