Which Foods Reduce Stress?
Everyone experiences stress to some degree, some more so than others. When we think about reducing our stress levels, we often think about taking a bath, going for a walk, relaxing and watching a TV...
4 Powerful Rhodiola Rosea Health Benefits
As someone who is perpetually stressed out, I’m constantly looking for natural ways to reduce my anxiety and help chill me the eff out. Stress can have some pretty negative side effects, especially on your mood, behavior, and long-term health and wellness. That’s where Rhodiola rosea comes in. Rhodiola is an adaptogen. Adaptogens are natural herbs and plants that can help your body adapt to stress and help you better cope with anxiety. While it’s been studied for over 45 years in Europe it’s still relatively new to the continental U.S. and could be the chill pill you’ve been losing sleep over, looking for.
Cortisol: How To Control Cortisol Levels To Effectively Reduce Your Stress
Controlling cortisol levels effectively is important to combat unwanted weight gain and elevated stress levels. It’s called the ‘stress hormone’ for a reason. By controlling your cortisol levels, you’re invariably controlling your body’s ability to produce unwanted body fat, by regulating blood sugar levels.