The body's main stress hormone cortisol releases amino acids from the muscles, glucose from the liver, and fatty acids into the bloodstream during times of stress to ensure body cells receive a burst of energy. (urbanclinic.wordpress.com)
One of those jobs is the secretion of your body's main stress hormone, cortisol. (mindbodygreen.com)
Cortisol is often referred to as the main stress hormone, and with good reason! (mindbodygreen.com)