How to Reduce Cortisol

Cortisol is released in the system when you feel stressed out, tired or depressed. When the body has too much cortisol, over time it can lead to many health problems, such as an increased risk of heart disease, stroke and cancer. There are many easy ways to reduce cortisol release in your body. The number one way is to reduce stress. This can be an affordable and extremely beneficial way to improve overall health.

Things You'll Need

• Chamomile tea Kava kava tincture Bach Flower Essences (Rescue Remedy) Soft classical music

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Instructions

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  Start a meditation practice. This can be accomplished by making a small space in your home devoted towards quiet and peace where you can do deep breathing without interruption. Breath in and out deeply while closing your eyes, and let your mind drift. Keep your mind as still as you can try not to think about anything. You can play soft classical music in the background, which helps the body to relax. Try to meditate for at least 30 minutes every day. This will help you feel more peaceful and relaxed all day.

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  Drink chamomile tea throughout the day to relax your nervous system. Chamomile tea is safe and soothing, and can help reduce anxiety as well as depression. Chamomile tea can be found at any grocery or health food store.

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  Try kava kava root. Kava kava root can be used in tincture form for the greatest benefits, but should only be used for panic or extreme anxiety. It is very powerful and works fast, but long-term use of kava kava root can give you side effects. Follow the directions on the bottle of tincture. You can find kava kava root tincture at any health food store.

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  Try Rescue Remedy, a flower essence created by Bach Flower Essences that greatly reduces stress and anxiety. It is a combination of plant extracts that work together to sooth the nervous system and relieve stress. You can find Rescue Remedy at any health food store.

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  Start an exercise routine. Exercising is a great way to get into shape and reduce stress. Try to exercise for 30 minutes every day at an intensity level that induces sweating. Sweating while working out really relieves anxiety and reduces depression.