If you’ve spent any time on social media lately, you’ve probably seen posts warning about cortisol face, cortisol belly, and how this so-called “stress hormone” is wrecking your health. While there’s some truth to the concerns, there’s also a lot of misinformation.

Cortisol isn’t the enemy. In fact, it’s essential for survival. The real issue? When it becomes chronically imbalanced. Let’s clear up the confusion….