Color: Many Colors (opal changes color) Opal, the only gem that doesn't fit into any single description of a precious stone, is the birthstone for October. It is said that no two opals are exactly alike. But it is sensitive to moisture and is more fragile than its fellow gemstones. It displays a brilliant array of colors which dazzle the eye.
1: When you are faced with stressful situations, cortisol, epinephrine, and norepinephrine are released by your. kidneys.
Cortisol, often deemed the stress hormone, is released by the adrenal gland during times of stress. It has several functions in the body, including blood pressure regulation, glucose mobilization and inflammation reduction. However, chronically high levels of cortisol can impede health by suppressing digestive function, growth processes and reproductive system function. Besides avoiding stressful situations, research hints that certain foods can help lower cortisol levels in the body.