Though my cortisol test results stressed me out, I'm glad I know more about how cortisol affects my health. Anna Gragert (she/her/hers) was previously the lifestyle editor at HelloGiggles, deputy ...

A cortisol test involves taking a small sample of blood to measure the level of cortisol in a person’s body. Cortisol is a hormone that plays a vital role in the body’s response to stress. If the ...

Testosterone tests measure levels of testosterone in the blood. At-home test kits can be convenient, but they cannot diagnose underlying health conditions that cause high or low testosterone. Share on ...

Historically, I haven't been great about managing my stress and anxiety, so whenever I come across a video or article about cortisol imbalances, my interest is piqued. Since cortisol is also called ...