Question

Is cortisol a stress hormone?

Answer 1

Cortisol:

1. Yes, cortisol is a stress hormone.
2. Cortisol is secreted by adrenal glands.
3. Cortisol, the principal stress hormone, raises blood sugar levels (glucose), improves glucose utilization in the brain, and increases the availability of chemicals that repair cells.
4. In a fight-or-flight situation, cortisol also suppresses functions that are unnecessary or detrimental.