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Stress hormones: Why quick fixes won't lower our cortisol levels - BBC

Last Updated: 29.06.2025 08:31

Stress hormones: Why quick fixes won't lower our cortisol levels - BBC

Ruth CleggHealth and wellbeing reporter

It could apparently change the shape of my face, add pounds to my midriff, and even make my hair fall out.

I feel like warnings about cortisol - a stress ho… [+8433 chars]

Hi, I’m Jo. My best friend died 2 years ago today. My husband died 6 months later. So, I’m a depressed mess (we were married 28 years) and can’t shake it. Even my Brother is worried. Some days I don’t do anything, and avoid men cause I don’t want to date. Any suggestions? Thanks for reading.