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Foods with a high glycemic index cause cortisol levels to rise. These foods include products high in sugar and refined starches. Skipping meals can also boost cortisol levels. Harding says a high cortisol level at night can disrupt sleep.
They discovered that subjects following a alpha-lactalbumin-rich diet experienced reductions in cortisol levels after undergoing acute stress compared to those adhering to a casein protein-rich diet. Whey protein, which is found in foods such as yogurt and ricotta cheese, is a rich source of alpha-lactalbumin.