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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.
By maintaining stable blood sugar and insulin levels, your body will secrete less cortisol when youâre stressed. The EPA in the fish oil reduces the production of AA, which chokes off the production of pro-inflammatory eicosanoids. Without these âbadâ eicosanoids, your body has no reason to secrete excess cortisol.