How to Lower Cortisol: 8 Steps Backed by Real Studies
To lower cortisol, sleep 7 to 9 hours, keep most workouts at a moderate pace, stop caffeine after lunch and practice a calming routine daily. Lost sleep raised next-evening cortisol by 37% to 45% in one trial. Ashwagandha lowered cortisol in small trials but not stress scores. A round face, purple stretch marks and easy bruising call for a Cushing’s test.