Is it true reducing stress cortisol especially in the belly area starts with good gut health?

Rebekah Councill

Yes! Probiotics are a wonderful way to boost gut health. Other than supplements, you can add yogurts to certain recipes or look for recipes that already include yogurt. Smoothies, fresh fruit parfaits, and bowls of yogurt with granola for added fiber and protein. Try yogurt instead of milk or cream in your oatmeal and other hot cereals.

Cherie Holt

Good question that's where mine wants to hang out at very hard to get rid of

V P

It is actually the other way around. High cortisol levels negatively affect your gut health/microbiome. If you are looking for ways to reduce the effects of stress or cortisol, look into stress reduction first. Things like: exercise that raises your heartbeat, like a brisk walk, or breathing exercises, yoga & meditation all help.