“Cortisol is a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands,” explains Dr Idriss. While it’s often thought of as the fight or flight hormone because it’s released when we’re under ...

Stress activates fight-or-flight hormones that sabotage sleep. Find time to unwind before bed. Deep breathing exercises can help; inhale deeply, exhale slowly, and feel the tension fade.

Manage Stress: Chronic stress can raise levels of the “fight-or-flight” hormone cortisol, and too much cortisol can trigger visceral fat storage, says Mitri. Managing stress is key to reducing ...

When we encounter a threat, “fight-or-flight” hormones raise our heart rate and blood pressure while curbing activity in the gut and intestines. The vagus nerve detects these changes and ...

For weeks after its April release, the more-than-a-tennis movie starring Zendaya, Josh O’Connor, and Mike Faist was all anyone could talk about — the memes, the fashion, and the sexual tension.

Reducing screen time and caffeine (particularly in the evenings) and breathing exercises can help reduce fight or flight hormones. Primary care has a key role in supporting young people with long ...

“When stressed, your body releases adrenaline and cortisol, the ‘fight-or-flight’ hormones that temporarily boost energy and focus. In the short term, this response can feel invigorating or even ...