Episode 256: 5 Foods That Naturally Decrease Cortisol, the Stress Hormone
If you’re stressed, exhausted, struggling to lose weight, or feeling like your nervous system is constantly “on,” this episode is for you. Cortisol doesn’t just rise because of emotional stress—it spikes when blood sugar is unstable, minerals are depleted, and your gut isn’t supported. The good news? You don’t need another supplement. Some of the fastest ways to lower cortisol are already sitting in your kitchen.
In this episode I’m sharing:
Why cortisol stays elevated when blood sugar isn’t stabilized, and why food works faster than supplements
The most underrated cortisol-lowering fruit and how its vitamin C supports your adrenals and progesterone
How prebiotic foods directly improve stress resilience by feeding calming gut bacteria like lactobacillus
Why potassium is a “stress mineral” and how avocados help break the stress/depletion cycle
How omega-3s from wild-caught salmon reduce inflammation-driven cortisol
Why zinc and magnesium are essential for calming the nervous system, and the best food-based sources
How skipping protein at breakfast drives cortisol higher all day long
Why pasture-raised eggs act like a natural multivitamin for your nervous system
Simple food swaps that support your HPA axis without adding more supplements
Cortisol issues aren’t just about stress, they’re about depletion. When your body doesn’t feel nourished or safe, it stays in survival mode. This episode will help you understand how to lower cortisol naturally with food, stabilize your blood sugar, support your gut, and give your nervous system the signals it needs to finally calm down.
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