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Cortisol is explicitly identified as a primary stress hormone in the body's physiological response to stress, as evidenced by its role in the 'fight-or-flight' mechanism [1] and its classification as the body's stress hormone in clinical and health contexts [2], [3], and [4].
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Why Sleep Matters: Consequences of Sleep Deficiency sleep.hms.harvard.edu 1 fact
claimPoor sleep leads to an increase in the production of cortisol, which is known as the stress hormone.
Understanding the Difference Between Men & Women Hormones prestonspharmacy.com 1 fact
claimAdrenal support medications are used for both men and women to address imbalances in cortisol, the body's stress hormone.
What is Inflammation? Causes, Effects, Treatment - Harvard Health health.harvard.edu 1 fact
claimRepeated bouts of stress expose the body to high levels of cortisol, which is the stress hormone, and can lead to chronic inflammation.
Implications for Mental Health and Coping Strategies | OxJournal oxjournal.org 1 fact
claimThe body's 'fight-or-flight' response involves the release of stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline, which are beneficial in short-term, acute stressful situations.