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Cortisol Part II: Optimal Rhythm
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Cortisol Part II: Optimal Rhythm

The awakening response, cortisol slopes, and how cortisol *should* look around the clock

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Nov 18, 2022
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Welcome to the second article in my new cortisol series. Last time, I shared the view that cortisol is a natural hormone the body needs. Cortisol increases in response to stress, but itself, is not bad. Today, I'll share with you the optimal daily cortisol rhythm. As you may remember, cortisol plays a big part in your circadian rhythm.

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