How to Treat Cortisol Naturally

Cortisol is a hormone that occurs naturally. However, elevated levels of cortisol can lead to an increased risk of infection and problems with high blood pressure. Treating cortisol using natural methods generally is an effective way to deal with elevated levels and is a good alternative to taking medicinal blockers. Of course, you should always consult your physician before trying alternative methods of treatment for any type of ailment.

Things You'll Need

• Green tea
• Vitamin C supplement

Show More

Instructions

• 1

  Avoid stress. This may mean working on anger management, or it may require a simple de-stressing routine that you do after work or throughout your day to help you remain calm and focused. Stress stimulates cortisol production, so avoiding it will help you manage your cortisol levels.

• 2

  Have a cup of tea. Green tea is thought by many herbalists to lower cortisol levels. Having a cup of tea is also an excellent way to de-stress. Give yourself 10 minutes to sip your tea calmly and relax, and you will find that your cortisol levels are dropping right along with your frustration and anxiety.

• 3

  Try a vitamin C supplement. Vitamin C not only wards off colds, it also can keep your cortisol in check. Taking an additional C supplement is an easy way to get your cortisol levels under control. Taking extreme amounts of vitamin C can have other health ramifications, though, so consult a doctor before boosting this vitamin.

• 4

  Get plenty of rest. Cortisol levels are higher when you are not well-rested. Sleep deprivation works in conjunction with stress to raise your cortisol, while getting sufficient rest will remedy stress and keep your cortisol under control in many cases.

• 5

  Stay hydrated. Most nutritionists recommend that you drink at least eight 8-ounce glasses of water each day. Dehydration places stress on the body and increases its cortisol production.