Cortisol - is a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands. It is often referred to as the ‘’stress hormone’’. It controls many important pathways including how we use fat, sugar and protein in our body, the ‘’fight or flight’’ response and our sleep/wake cycle.
Cortisol is our body’s natural stress hormone. It works with certain parts of your brain to control your mood, motivation, and fear. Too much stress can lead to high levels of cortisol, which can lead to problems from heart disease to weight gain
Stress is a really serious issue. Fortunately this test is for anyone who wants to understand their cortisol level so they can determine if it is damaging their health