Representational photo of a women under stress.

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Keep Stress Hormones In Check! Health Counsellor Advises Women

Mental health counsellor Arouba Kabir suggests that excess secretion of cortisol (stress hormone) might make women more moody, depressed and sleep-deprived. Moreover, high cortisol levels due to low estrogen secretion cause premature-ageing besides complications like arthritis, osteoporosis and ectopic pregnancy later in life. Arouba recommends prioritizing mental health by including exercise, antioxidant-rich food and optimal sleep. She also… read-more

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 - 03:57 PM / by Harsh Vardhan

Tags: mental health, Arouba Kabir, Osteoporosis, Arthritis, Lifestyle

Courtesy: The Indian Express