When and why should cortisol blockers be used?

How does cortisol work in the human body?

The cortisol produced in the adrenal glands is not without reason referred to as a stress hormone, which in biochemical terms belongs to the group of glucocorticosteroids. An increase in its concentration in the body is noticeable in stressful and emotionally engaging situations (e.g. in the face of fear, uncertainty or nervousness), which in turn leads to an increase in blood glucose levels. Metabolism sees the increase in cortisol levels as a situation that requires additional energy to mobilize and face challenges, resulting in blood sugar fluctuations.

It is not difficult to guess that such action promotes an increase in body fat and is one of the simple ways to develop obesity. In addition, cortisol leads to a number of other and equally adverse consequences:

• promotes the breakdown of proteins, which leads to a decrease in muscle mass,
• increases the release of calcium from bones, which contributes to the weakening of their strength,
• intensifies gastric acid secretion and may cause digestive disorders,
• upsets the water-electrolyte balance by retaining sodium and increasing potassium excretion,
• shows immunosuppressive properties - weakens the functioning of the immune system.

The above effects quite openly illustrate the negative impact of the hormone on the functioning of the body. It is therefore worthwhile to decide in advance to use cortisol blockers when it is not too late.

What can cause high levels of cortisol?

Excessive concentration of cortisol is most often a result of an intense influence of stressors, which may be of different character and concern different spheres of life. In most cases, high levels of this hormone are noticeable in the following cases:

• limited amount of sleep as well as problems with falling asleep,
• exhausting psychophysical activity and persistent fatigue,
• poorly balanced diet - deficient in, among others, magnesium and omega-3 fatty acids,
• high levels of irritability, uncertainty, low self-esteem and poor well-being,
• excessive exposure to stimuli commonly considered to be stressful (e.g. extreme values of temperature or pressure, noise, excessive and harsh lighting).

How and when to use cortisol blockers?

Cortisol blockers are defined as a group of dietary supplements that are based on components with adaptogenic properties. In most cases, they are highly standardized plant extracts with rich content of active ingredients, which have a positive effect on the body's adaptation to excessive psychophysical fatigue and facilitate the reduction of persistent stress. The Olimp Sport Nutrition brand has developed a product in modern laboratories of the Olimp Laboratories pharmaceutical company based on proven ingredients, optimally selected quantities of the individual ingredients, and above all microbiologically tested and truly pure raw materials.

The Adapto Fuel supplement is in a form of capsules enriching the daily diet with highly standardized extracts of plant adaptogens, which when enclosed in a single formula provide multi-directional effects on the body. Withanolides from the ashwagandha root will improve the resistance to stress and facilitate the maintenance of psychophysical well-being. Bacosides contained in the Bacopa monnieri root have a valuable effect on cognitive functions. Salidrosides from Rhodiola rosea promote the reduction of fatigue and support the maintenance of mental activity. In turn, eleuterosides from the Siberian ginseng help to maintain an optimal vitality level. The product was additionally supplemented with L-tyrosine.

When is this product worth using? Ideally during or after a meal. One capsule a day is enough for the diet to receive adequate support for psychophysical adaptation, which is one of the elements of the fight against excessive levels of cortisol and irritating signs of stress.