Day: October 24, 2025

What Is Cortisol? The Stress Hormone and Its Impact on Health

What is Cortisol? Cortisol is a hormone which is made by small glands above the kidneys. It is also known as the “stress hormone” because the body makes more of it when we are under stress.  In simple words, cortisol helps the body respond to stress, but it also plays a role in many other […]