Cortisol is a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands in response to stress. It helps regulate a wide range of processes throughout the body, including metabolism and immune response.
Small glands located on top of each kidney that produce hormones like cortisol.
Hormones that are released in response to stress; they prepare the body for a 'fight or flight' reaction.
Glucocorticoids: A category of steroid hormones, including cortisol, that are involved in regulating metabolism and immune function.