A hero among hormones: why cortisol is something to celebrate rather than stress about
The article challenges the common misconception of cortisol as solely a "stress hormone" and emphasizes its essential role in various biological processes. It highlights how cortisol is often demonized and associated with negative conditions like "cortisol belly" and "cortisol face," leading to the promotion of "cortisol-reducing" remedies, such as the "cortisol cocktail." However, the article argues that without cortisol, individuals would not even be able to get out of bed in the morning. The article suggests that cortisol is a misunderstood hormone, and it is essential for a range of bodily functions, contrary to the popular belief of it being solely a stress-related hormone.
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