#Cortisol Reset

1. I stopped exercising Now hear me out - this was only temporary, it was specific to my circumstances as I sprained my ankle at the time and the exercise I was doing was 100% high intensity It’s not necessary to totally stop exercising to lower your cortisol - but this time away from it did make me realise how much I had been putting my body through and how much calmer/better my body felt without it It was eye opening for me, and now I’m back to loving exercise but in a way that works for me. Slower paced, low impact, low intensity and not requiring a hair wash every time Find an exercise regime that works for YOU, and not what you THINK you should be doing 🩷 2. Reduced my sugar intake Some research indicates that a diet high in added sugar can lead to significantly higher cortisol levels than diets rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables and polyunsaturated fats 3. Worked on my sleep hygiene Regular bedtimes, naturally waking up without an alarm where I can, napping if needed but really focusing on good quality nighttime sleep with a healthy bedtime routine, winding down without screens, journaling, and a dark quiet room 4. Reduce my caffeine intake I’ve never been a habitual coffee drinker who can’t function without it, but I do slip in and out of regular coffee drinking for enjoyment It’s got some pretty impressive health benefits, but I am pretty sensitive to caffeine, so now stick to one cup a day, never before eating breakfast and never after around 2pm, as it can impair sleep quality even several hours later 5. Worked on my gut There’s a strong relationship between a healthy gut microbiome and improved mental health, so consuming nutritious foods may help reduce stress, anxiety and improve overall health Focus on foods high in fibre and polyphenols, like brightly coloured fruits and veg, dark choc, matcha/green tea, ferments, hydration and omega-3 rich foods like fatty fish, nuts and seeds and reap the benefits 🦠 Hope that helped 😍 DM me for online consultation availability 📩 . . . . #cortisolcontrol #cortisol #lowstress #sleephygiene #gutmicrobiome #nutritiontips #lowintensity #highintensityintervaltraining #hiit

6 foods that will naturally lower your cortisol ⬇️ Cortisol, or the "stress hormone," is produced by the adrenal glands in response to stress. Extremely high levels of this hormone lead to various health issues, including weight gain, high blood pressure, Thyroid, PCOD/S and Diabetes. So it is important to add certain foods into your diet that can help naturally lower cortisol levels and healthier state of mind. Here are 6 foods that can help you achieve this. 1. Dark Chocolate: It is rich in antioxidants and it helps reduce stress hormones in the body by releasing endorphins. 2. Berries: Berries such as strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries are high in vitamin C and antioxidants, which reduce cortisol production. 3. Leafy Greens: Like spinach and Kale are packed with magnesium. Magnesium is key in regulating cortisol levels and promoting a relaxed state. 4. Nuts and Seeds: Almonds, walnuts, and flaxseeds are excellent healthy fats and magnesium sources. These nutrients help lower cortisol levels. 5. Whole Grains: Oats, quinoa, and brown rice provide a steady source of energy and contain nutrients that stabilize blood sugar levels, which can help keep cortisol levels in check. 6. Oranges: Oranges are high in vitamin C, which can reduce cortisol levels and boost the immune system. Follow @iadore_selfcare for more ✨ Follow @iadore_selfcare for more ✨

I heard you all were curious about the best supplement to lower your cortisol. Here’s my advice! This is something I deal with every single day at Modern Thyroid Clinic so I figured I would share. #cortisol #thyroid #hypothyroidism #hashimotos #adrenalfatigue

Ever wonder why you feel stressed all the time? 😰 Meet Cortisol — your body’s stress hormone. In this reel, Cortisol explains what triggers it, how it affects your body, and simple ways to calm it naturally. 🌿💆‍♂️ Learn how sleep, sunlight, movement, and supplements like magnesium, L-theanine, and adaptogens can help keep cortisol balanced and your energy steady. ⚡✨ #Cortisol #StressRelief #Magnesium #LTheanine #viyalum

5 nighttime rituals that cut cortisol by 31% overnight: 1. Magnesium glycinate (400mg, 2 hours before bed) • Blocks cortisol receptor sites in brain • Activates parasympathetic nervous system • Reduces morning inflammation by 40% 2. Tart cherry juice (8oz, 90 minutes before bed) • Contains melatonin + anthocyanins • Lowers cortisol naturally within 60 minutes • Reduces joint stiffness you wake up with 3. Epsom salt bath (2 cups salts, 20 minutes, 8 PM) • Magnesium absorbs through skin • Drops cortisol by 12% in one soak • Relaxes muscles storing stress all day 4. Blue light blocking (all screens off 9 PM) • Blue light spikes cortisol by 50% at night • Kills melatonin production for 3 hours • One hour of scrolling = inflammation lasting until noon 5. Bedroom at 65°F (set thermostat by 8:30 PM) • Cool temp triggers cortisol drop + deep sleep • Deep sleep is when inflammation heals If you’re scrolling Instagram at 10 PM in a warm room, your cortisol is spiking when it should be dropping—guaranteeing you wake up inflamed and exhausted. Why this matters: Cortisol should drop 75% between 9 PM-midnight. When it stays elevated, your body can’t enter deep sleep—the ONLY time inflammation gets repaired. The full evening protocol (save this): 6:00 PM - Last meal • Finish dinner by 6 PM • Include complex carbs (sweet potato, quinoa) 7:30 PM - Movement • 10-minute slow walk outside 8:00 PM - Epsom salt bath • 2 cups Epsom salts, 20 minutes 8:30 PM - Supplements • Magnesium glycinate 400mg • L-theanine 200mg (if anxious) • Set thermostat to 65°F 9:00 PM - Screen blackout • All screens off (phone in another room) 9:30 PM - Tart cherry juice • 8oz tart cherry juice 10:00 PM - Bed • Blackout curtains closed Avoid after 6 PM: • Caffeine • Intense workouts • Eating within 4 hours of bed • Warm bedroom (over 68°F) Timeline: Days 1-3: Fall asleep faster Days 4-7: Wake up less stiff Days 8-14: Morning energy improves Days 15-21: Cortisol drops 31% Days 30+: Chronic pain reduces Most women scroll until midnight in warm rooms wondering why they wake up inflamed. Your evening routine controls your morning inflammation. Follow me for more inflammation truth bombs. 💣

I would also add: - a weekly digital detox for you go a few hours or a full day without your phone - reciting positive affirmations that you find calming - progressive muscle relaxation What would you add? If you want to balance your cortisol- pick one or two of these do consistently do this week. My Rebalance Nutrition Ebook will give you great guidance on how to approach nutrition to help reduce cortisol levels (link in bio) . #reducecortisol

the ultimate hack for high cortisol level! #womenhealth #barbaraoneill #naturalremedy #energy #moringa #highcortisol #stress #hormoneimbalance

5 Proven Ways to Regulate Your Nervous System and Lower Cortisol 🧠✨

Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? 😰 Follow along as we dive into 5 science-backed exercises to regulate your nervous system, reduce cortisol levels, and bring your body back to safety and calm.

These simple, effective techniques will help you feel more grounded and in control.

💡 Here’s what you’ll do:
✅ Rate your stress on a scale of 1-10 before starting.
✅ Try these exercises with me to release tension and lower stress.
✅ Check in after to see how much your stress level has shifted!

🎁 BONUS: Want to go deeper? Download my FREE Nervous System Toolkit—link in bio!

👉 Perfect for anyone dealing with anxiety, burnout, or stress. Save this video to practice anytime you need a reset. Let’s create calm together! 🌸

#nervoussystemregulation #regulateyournervoussystem #lowercortisol #cortisol #vagusnervestimulation #acupressure #stressrelief

Last night at 11:17 PM I pressed a point three fingers below my belly button. The pain was intense, like pressing a bruise that never heals. Stanford professor Robert Sapolsky explained why. “Cortisol settles in visceral fat and blocks serotonin production by 67%.” Your belly stores stress in its cells like toxic trash. The routine takes nine minutes. First three: breathing. Four seconds inhale, eight seconds exhale. Let your belly expand. Harvard showed this breathing can lower cortisol by 23% after one round. Next three: lying twist. Right knee to left elbow, slow, holding breath for two seconds at the deepest point. Feel something release? That’s your lymph system clearing toxins. Last three minutes: sweep from ribs down to groin in a wave motion, like squeezing water from a sponge. Dr. Joe Dispenza calls it “removing emotional dirt.” Right after, my stomach felt soft. Usually it’s hard like a board, even empty. By morning, it looked flatter, even after pizza at 10 PM. But the craziest part came on day three. I stopped checking my phone every five minutes. Neuroscientist Andrew Huberman explains: “Cortisol creates phantom anxiety, the brain chases dopamine.” Remove cortisol — the urge fades. My neighbor tried it and said two days later: “I slept six hours but feel like I got ten.” Her sleep tracker showed deeper sleep. Cortisol blocks REM. This routine helps push it out physically in minutes. Your body responds with calm, energy, and clarity the next day. . . . You wake up tired. Your hair is falling out. Bloating after eating. “Just small things,” you think. But your body has been warning you for 3 years already. ✨ If you want to support your body properly from the inside out with daily nutrition that helps regulate stress, gut health and hormones, comment “RESET” and I’ll show you exactly what I recommend @nataliahealthyliving #hormonehealth #cortisolbalance #guthealthuk…

How to fix high cortisol #health

1. I stopped exercising Now hear me out - this was temporary and specific to my circumstances as I sprained my ankle at the time and the exercise I was doing was 100% HIIT It’s not necessary to totally stop exercising to lower cortisol - but the time away from it did make me realise how much I had been putting my body through and how much calmer/better I felt without it It was eye opening for me, and now I’m back to loving exercise but in a way that works for me. Slower paced, low impact, low intensity and not requiring a hair wash every time Find an exercise regime that works for YOU, and not what you THINK you should be doing 🩷 2. Reduced my sugar intake Some research indicates that a poor quality diet high in added sugar can lead to significantly higher cortisol levels long term than diets rich in whole grains, fruits, veg and polyunsaturated fats 3. Worked on my sleep hygiene Regular bedtimes, naturally waking up without an alarm where I can, napping if needed but really focusing on good quality nighttime sleep with a healthy bedtime routine, winding down without screens, journaling, and a dark quiet room 4. Reduce my caffeine intake I’ve never been a habitual coffee drinker who can’t function without it, but I do slip in and out of regular coffee drinking for enjoyment It’s got some pretty impressive health benefits, but I am pretty sensitive to caffeine, so now stick to one cup a day, never before eating breakfast and never after around 2pm, as it can impair sleep quality even several hours later 5. Worked on my gut There’s a strong relationship between a healthy gut microbiome and improved mental health, so consuming nutritious foods may help reduce stress, anxiety and improve overall health Focus on foods high in fibre and polyphenols, like brightly coloured fruits and veg, dark choc, matcha/green tea, ferments, hydration and omega-3 rich foods like fatty fish, nuts and seeds and reap the benefits 🦠 Hope this helps 😍 DM me for online consultation availability 📩 . . . . #cortisolcontrol #cortisol #sleephygiene #gutmicrobiome #nutritiontips #lowintensity #highintensityintervaltraining #hiit #nutritionist #stressmanagement #lowstress

This is something I see in women all the time. And if I’m honest, I’ve lived it too. You stop sleeping through the night. Not because you’re on your phone— but because your cortisol never drops. You’re “not hungry” all day. Not because you’re so disciplined— but because stress shuts down your hunger cues. You start pulling away from people. Not because you don’t care— but because your nervous system is exhausted. And almost no one asks why. This isn’t laziness. This is hormone imbalance. This is cortisol dysregulation. This is a body stuck in survival mode. If this sounds like you, you’re not broken—your body just needs support. Comment RELATE or save this for later. #CortisolSupport #HormoneBalanceForWomen #PerimenopauseHealth #NervousSystemHealing