Stress has become a widespread epidemic, with the Centers for Disease Control estimating that up to 70% of doctor's visits are related to stress. People experience a variety of symptoms, including headaches, weight gain, and stomach upset, all stemming from underlying stress. CortiStop, a supplement by Young Living, aims to help maintain natural balance and harmony, particularly during stressful times. This article will explore the stress response, the ingredients in CortiStop, and safety considerations.
Understanding the Stress Response: The HPA Axis
The hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis is a hormone feedback loop that regulates stress. It starts in the hypothalamus, located in the center of the brain, where corticotrophin-releasing hormone (CRH) is produced. CRH signals the anterior pituitary to produce adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). ACTH travels through the bloodstream to the adrenal glands, stimulating them to produce cortisol.
When cortisol is produced too frequently, it can lead to negative health consequences such as feelings of fatigue, difficulty maintaining a healthy weight, and difficulty maintaining optimal health of the cardiovascular system. Chronically high cortisol levels affect the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, disrupting the natural feedback loop and causing the body to become less sensitive to the 'stop signal', creating a vicious cycle of elevated stress signals. This can be the root cause of adrenal fatigue, which can bring negative health consequences such as fatigue, weight gain, and cardiovascular disorders.
CortiStop: A Natural Approach to Balancing Stress
CortiStop is a supplement containing herbs and essential oils designed to naturally balance the stress response by calming the body and potentially lowering cortisol levels. As cortisol levels decline, strength and energy may return, and the body may move back to a state of equilibrium.
Triggers for elevated cortisol levels include: excess heat/cold, alcohol abuse, coffee drinking, depression, anxiety, malnutrition, personal relationships, surgery, physical/emotional trauma, diseases, and big life events (job changes/problems, moving, etc.). Making sure we have our tools to help our bodies physically and emotionally deal with stress is one of the biggest changes we can make in our health!
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Key Ingredients and Their Potential Benefits
Here's a closer look at each ingredient in CortiStop and how it may support the body:
- Pregnenolone: This ingredient has been shown to potentially reduce corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) in experimental models. CRH is the first step in the production of the stress hormone cortisol. Pregnenolone is also a precursor hormone from which all other hormones are created. It is important for the body's production of progesterone, which blocks cortisol receptors.
- DHEA: As another precursor for progesterone, DHEA is often reduced as a consequence of stress.
- Phosphatidylcholine: This ingredient may protect the brain, liver, and stomach during times of stress. It is also a key component of every cell in the body. L-a-phosphatidylcholine is a vital substance found in every cell of the human body.
- Phosphatidylserine: This ingredient may help to balance the Hypothalamus-Pituitary Axis, benefits cognitive function, and may blunt cortisol production. The effects may be more pronounced in people under chronic stress. L-a-phosphatidylserine is critical to the maintenance of all cellular function, especially in the brain.
- Black Cohosh: As a phytoestrogen, black cohosh may help counteract the effects of cortisol, stop stress responses, and elevate mood.
- Clary Sage: Another phytoestrogen, clary sage supports hormone balance and helps uplift the mood. Clary Sage has been used for centuries to help support the female body and it’s own challenges. It contains sclareol which is very rare when distilling essential oils.
- Frankincense: This grounding and uplifting oil also works as an antioxidant within the body.
- Fennel and Peppermint: These ingredients may help soothe the stomach and aid in digestion. Fennel is stimulating to the circulatory, glandular, respiratory, and digestive systems.
CortiStop® Women's is a proprietary dietary supplement designed to help the body maintain its natural balance and harmony.
CortiStop and Weight Management
Cortisol has been labeled the “Death Hormone”. When cortisol is produced too frequently, it can have negative health consequences such as difficulty maintaining healthy weight, and difficulty maintaining optimal health of cardiovascular systems. Do you have difficulty maintaining a healthy weight and maintaining optimal health of cardiovascular systems? These have long been associated with elevated cortisol levels. High levels of cortisol cause the body to scavenge for protein to convert into glucose to provide energy for the brain to deal with the perceived stress (also severely depresses the immune system).
CortiStop aims to address the underlying issue of elevated cortisol levels, potentially aiding in weight management by supporting a healthy stress response. As cortisol declines, strength and energy may return, and the body may move back to a state of equilibrium. Symptoms of high cortisol levels include: feelings of fatigue and low energy, weight gain, and lesser ability to manage stress levels. The low energy can also be accompanied with an increase in energy in the late afternoon.
Who Should Consider Using CortiStop?
CortiStop may be beneficial for:
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- Women who need support or feel the effects of adrenal fatigue.
- Men can take this supplement when needed! Dr. Purser, the doctor who formulated Progessence Plus, taught in a session on men's health that there is a place for men to be on this supplement in times of high stress and anxiety.
- Individuals experiencing difficulty maintaining a healthy weight and optimal cardiovascular health due to elevated cortisol levels.
Usage and Safety Considerations
Recommended Use: Take 2 capsules in the morning before breakfast. If desired, another two capsules may be taken before retiring. Use daily for 8 weeks.
Important Considerations:
- NOT recommended during pregnancy.
- Use while breastfeeding at your discretion and need.
- Keep in a cool dry place.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- For adult use only.
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