Cortisol alarms us about stress. It’s the body’s primary stress hormone. It helps to regulates our insecurities, procrastination, motivation, confidence, moods, fears.
Adrenaline glands produce cortisol and are located in Sacral or Swadhisthan Chakra.
How cortisol impacts gut :
- decreases prostaglandins, your tummy’s favourite to protect against acids ( leads to sensitive tummy otherwise )
- slows saliva production decreasing enzymes needed to breakdown food causing digestive issues
- can cause spasms in stomach or oesophagus
- decreases gut health = downgrades immunity impacts metabolism
Imbalanced Cortisol and Swadhisthan Chakra will shows signs like:
- Changes in libido
- Muscle pain or ache mood swings
- weight issues poor gut health
- Blood pressure issues
- Anxiety – depression – panic attacks
- acne attacks / fluffy face
- easily catching infections
- Memory or concentration issues
- heart issues
- frequent headaches
- lethargy , fatigue
- trouble sleeping
- lack of motivation in life
- UTI / urinary issues
- digestive issues
- skin issues
Naturally reduce Cortisol and balance Swadhisthan Chakra by:
- Yoga
- avoiding caffeine
- refraining from alcohol, drugs, etc
- sweet potato
- ashwagandha
- prioritise mental health
- healthy sleep routine
- Pranayam – extremely beneficial, its gold! Hot fresh foods
Swadhyay ( Self – Analysis ) for healthier Swadhisthan Chakra and better Cortisol levels:
- Where am I compromising on my comfort excessively ?
- Have I built any walls around me that refrain me from receiving love ?
- Where am I neglecting my mental well-being ?
- How often am I practicing mindfulness ? (check other articles on page for deeper healings)
You can also book personalised Counselling sessions with Ilashrei Anand to heal your issues from root cause. Hope you take your well-being on priority.