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March 12, 2025 | | | | Why your cortisol levels shouldn't stress you out |
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| | | By Mandy Oaklander
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| Cortisol—commonly known as the “stress hormone”—is a hot topic on TikTok, and influencers are warning that high levels are behind bloating and other health issues. Fiorella Valdesolo talked to endocrinologists about what’s true and what’s not when it comes to claims about cortisol. | | | Sponsored Content | Your Mental Health Matters - It’s Time to Prioritize It | If you’ve been putting your mental health on the back burner, you’re not alone. But taking care of yourself isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. BetterHelp makes therapy easy to access, so you can get the support you deserve without the wait. | In just 48 hours, you’ll be matched with a licensed therapist who gets you. No waiting rooms, no long drives—just flexible, convenient support via phone, video, or text. You can even use your FSA or HSA funds to help cover the cost, and for a limited time, you’ll save 30% on your first three months. | The time to invest in yourself is now. Let’s get started. | Find Support | | |
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| | | | What to Know About Dave Weldon, Trump’s Pick to Lead the CDC | If confirmed, Weldon would be the director of the agency responsible for protecting public health in the U.S. |
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| | How UTIs Became a Common Misdiagnosis in Medicine | "A urine test is easy to order—but that doesn’t mean it’s always the right thing to do," writes Dr. Nick Schneeman. |
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| | What to Know About Diabetes and the Risk of Silent Heart Attacks | Silent heart attacks, which are more common in people with diabetes, don’t cause typical or obvious symptoms. |
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