Why ‘extreme fitness FOMO’ can do more harm than good for people 40 and up
Hyrox, CrossFit, ultra-endurance trail runs – highly challenging activities such as these are popular in Hong Kong. The…
Longevity doctor explains how overtraining can slow down fat loss: ‘Pushing harder is not always smarter’
When it comes to healthy fat loss, it is the everyday habits that matter. That includes following the…
A Top Hormone Expert Recommends 8 Simple, Daily Habits
Dr. Saira Hameed, an endocrinologist who’s been in the game for 20 years, has been getting more questions…
Checking your phone right after waking up? Doctor explains how it can spike stress and set the tone for your entire day
Your alarm goes off, you reach out to silence it – and before you are even fully awake,…
Cortisol Spike Warnings Online Are Overblown, Doctors Say
Your cortisol is probably fine. I mean, I’m not a doctor, and if you’re concerned, you should get…
That Haunted Feeling May Be Caused by a Sound You Can’t Hear
A mysterious force hiding in old buildings, basements, and even ventilation systems may be affecting people far more…
Infrasound Can Subtly Raise Stress and Discomfort, New Study Finds
New research suggests that infrasound — very low-frequency sound below 20 Hz — can increase cortisol levels and…
Doctor Explains How Ashwagandha May Reduce Belly Fat Linked To Stress
Juggling deadlines, navigating traffic, and managing personal commitments often leads to a common frustration: a stubborn deposition of…
Cortisol Kill-Switch: Exercise Rewires Stress Biology
Summary: We’ve long known that a run can clear your head, but a landmark one-year randomized clinical trial…
Is high cortisol really to blame for all my problems?
It’s 8pm on a Wednesday. I got home from work an hour ago, and I’m lying on the…
Shocking New Study Uncovers the Silent Dehydration Habit That Sends Your Cortisol Skyrocketing
Work crises, exams, and the mental load at home are constant stressors. We often point to emails, screens,…
Is cortisol the enemy? Heart surgeon with 25 years of experience explains the essential role of the stress hormone
Scroll through wellness content today and you’ll likely see one recurring message: lower your cortisol to lower your…