Though my cortisol test results stressed me out, I'm glad I know more about how cortisol affects my health. Anna Gragert (she/her/hers) was previously the lifestyle editor at HelloGiggles, deputy ...

We all know stress messes with our heads, but did you know it can also wreak havoc on our bodies? Say hello to cortisol, the hormone released when stress hits, triggering that familiar “fight, flight ...

Psychological stress has historically been viewed as less important than other heart disease risk factors because it is difficult to measure. Chronic stress can impair the ability of arteries to ...

Stress is a universal experience. Whether from school, family, friends or life, it’s a regular part of being human. Despite overstimulation and doomscrolling becoming normalized, it’s worth noting ...

I received an interesting note from a reader who was concerned about her husband. She knows high blood pressure, high cholesterol, excess body fat, etc. are important, and she is doing all she can to ...