A viral “cortisol cocktail” for weight loss is taking social media by storm. Not that kind of cocktail, but rather a mix of vitamins, the drink is being lauded by fans, who say it helps reduce the ...

What is cortisol, and how is it related to stress? Cortisol is often called the "stress hormone" and is released by the adrenal glands -- part of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, a bodily ...

The internet is buzzing about the benefits of the so-called “cortisol mocktail,” with fans claiming the viral tonic can reduce the stress hormone and bring the body into balance. And folks, we can use ...

What Is a Cortisol Cocktail (Adrenal Cocktail)? A cortisol cocktail — also called an adrenal cocktail — is a drink that includes orange juice, coconut water, and salt, among other ingredients. It’s ...

Proponents of the viral “cortisol cocktail” claim the drink can reduce stress and improve sleep, but there’s little evidence to support this claim. Its main ingredient, magnesium, may help support ...

When it comes to preventative health recommendations, few are more common than admonitions to get one's stress levels down. Such recommendations make sense considering that experiencing too much ...

Let's face it: Americans are stressed. Google searches for "how to reduce stress" are high, and 77% of U.S. adults report that the country's future is a major source of stress, according to a survey ...

Modern life gives us more access, flexibility -- and stimulation -- than ever before. Two major culprits? Remote work and technology. Read full article: When is the best time to eat dessert? A ...

"Cortisol belly" is a popular term used to describe weight gain mostly around your belly area, or abdomen. Sometimes it's called "hormonal belly." It’s not a medical term or diagnosis, but it could be ...

Cortisol is a hormone that naturally occurs in your body, but can cortisol supplements really reduce stress? We asked experts to find out. Joshua Cox-Steib is a sociologist and freelance writer. He ...

Share on Pinterest TikTok users say the “cortisol cocktail” can help lower stress, but experts are skeptical about the benefits. Flashpop/Getty Images If you follow nutrition content on TikTok or ...