You probably already know that cortisol levels do increase during stress, but that doesn’t mean its’s a “bad” hormone. In fact, cortisol plays a crucial role in regulating various bodily processes, including metabolism and the immune response. ‌ ⚠️ The problem arises when chronic stress keeps triggering your stress response and increasing cortisol levels for an extended period. Prolonged high cortisol levels can lead to issues such as weight gain, headaches, anxiety, depression, low energy, inso