Stop telling me to lower my cortisol - it's making me stressed!
Summary
A woman named Jasleen experienced burnout from stress and high cortisol levels, a hormone linked to stress. Though she tried various remedies she found on social media to reduce her cortisol, none were effective, and her health deteriorated. Expert opinion suggests that while cortisol is linked to stress, other factors can also cause health problems.Key Facts
- Cortisol is a hormone that helps the body respond to stress.
- High cortisol levels can lead to health problems, but balancing cortisol is important for health.
- Social media often suggests quick fixes for lowering cortisol, like special drinks or supplements.
- Expert John Wass from Oxford University says linking cortisol directly to body changes can be misleading.
- Stress is not always caused by cortisol alone; other factors like poor sleep or diet can contribute.
- Jasleen, a tech company director, turned to social media for cortisol-lowering tips after experiencing burnout.
- The remedies Jasleen tried did not help her, and her stress worsened her health condition, lupus.
- Jasleen learned that seeking professional help and taking a break was more effective than following online advice.
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