"The cocktail takes its name from cortisol, a hormone produced by the adrenal glands in response to stress. Cortisol is essential for survival, but both excess and deficiency can cause health problems. Still, Everlywell senior medical director Gabe Gaviola urges caution with quick fixes that promise to "fix" cortisol levels. "Some ingredients in these cortisol cocktails like electrolytes or coconut water can provide a quick energy lift and help with hydration," Gaviola tells Fast Company. "That's why you might feel better short-term, but you may just be masking symptoms rather than addressing the real root cause.""
"There's no scientific research to support the cocktail's broad claims, and the suggested doses are unlikely to meaningfully affect cortisol. That said, the ingredients do have recognized benefits. Vitamin C supports immune health, tissue repair, collagen production, and iron absorption. Potassium helps regulate blood pressure, nerve signaling, and muscle function, and high-potassium diets are linked to lower risks of hypertension and stroke. Sodium, in moderation, supports fluid balance, nerve activity, and muscle contraction."
A nonalcoholic 'cortisol cocktail' recipe claims to lower cortisol, reduce stress, and boost energy. Typical recipes include orange juice, coconut water, and sea salt, with some adding cream of tartar or sparkling water. The rationale centers on replacing nutrients depleted by stress: vitamin C from juice, potassium from coconut water or cream of tartar, and sodium from sea salt. Electrolytes and coconut water can provide quick energy and improve hydration, offering short-term symptom relief. No scientific research supports broad claims that the drink meaningfully changes cortisol levels. Excess sugar or sodium in the drink can worsen sleep, increase stress on the body, or raise blood pressure.
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