Ergo-Log Study Summaries on Blocking Cortisol

Blocking Cortisol

Too much cortisol in your body? Vitamin E may help 16.05.2017
Increased cortisol levels from chronic stress make you fat 26.04.2017
Pomegranate reduces cortisol by a third 10.01.2017
Two weeks of extra vitamin D: fitter, less quickly tired, lower blood pressure and less cortisol 07.01.2017
People with low cortisol levels have younger looking face for longer21.12.2016
Stress? Walnuts and chia keep cortisol levels low 16.12.2016
One capsule of fish oil daily lowers cortisol levels 08.11.2016
Fructus Schisandrae inhibits muscle atrophy almost as well as oxymetholone 08.07.2015
Animal study: combo Melissa officinalis and Passiflora caerulea inhibits stress-related cortisol 04.03.2015
Handful of goji berries protects testosterone from stress 16.06.2014
Relora reduces stress and lowers cortisol levels 25.04.2014
Combination of L-lysine and L-arginine reduces stress and lowers cortisol levels 21.02.2014
Whey before workout reduces cortisol level, soya protein doesn't21.12.2013
Oleuropein boosts testosterone level, lowers cortisol secretion, stimulates anabolism 17.12.2013
DHEA supplementation lowers cortisol levels 22.07.2013
Less cortisol and more testosterone with a daily 200 mg Tongkat Ali17.07.2013
Fructose is a cortisol booster 11.07.2013
Inhibit cortisol with cherries 05.09.2012
The cortisol lowering effect of garlic 16.08.2011
Horny Goat Weed inhibits cortisol 26.11.2010
Fish oil reduces mental stress 21.11.2010
Six weeks of fish oil: lose a pound of fat and gain a pound of lean body mass 12.11.2010
Muscle fibres grow faster with 40 g sugars during strength training16.06.2010
Humour reduces muscle breakdown 24.04.2010
XTC increases cortisol release by 800 percent 01.11.2009
Grape Seed Extract blocks glucocorticoid receptor 05.08.2009
Relaxation exercise halves cortisol level 08.07.2009
Stress course does away with need for doctor 14.06.2009
Stress course lowers athletes' cortisol level 13.06.2009
Stressed out? Your cortisol level will explode after training 11.06.2009
More testosterone, less cortisol after training with phosphatidylserine04.06.2009
Quercetin reduces cortisol peak after stress 30.05.2009
Chewing gum makes you alert and reduces stress 23.05.2009
Lower your cortisol, train in the evening 22.03.2009
Meditate for less cortisol, more testosterone and growth hormone after training 09.03.2009
Drinking water while exercising keeps cortisol low 20.01.2009
Siesta lowers your cortisol 06.12.2008
Ginkgo decreases cortisol levels after stress 16.08.2008

All Natural Pre-Workout - Yerba Mate and Chia

Wisdom of the Ancients Yerba Mate Royale Tea, Instant, 2.82 Ounce

Guayusa Tea 1/2 to 1 Cup
Yerba Mate Tea 1/2 to 1 Cup
Chia Seed 2 tablespoons

or 
Greens Drink 
mixed with
Beet Root powder

or 
Yerba Mate powder 1/4 teaspoon
Chia Seed 1 - 2 tablespoons
(see photo)

Should you be eating and drinking Chi Chi Chi Chia?

It depends? Yeah, you've heard that before. Dietians love them, strength trainers love them but studies have not proven their weight loss application.

The tiny seeds are packed with calcium, iron, and magnesium, fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants. Vladimir Vuksan, Ph.D., a professor of medicine and nutritional sciences at the University of Toronto who has studied the effects of chia in both healthy and diabetic people. "Chia seeds seem to have cardioprotective properties and can assist in stabilizing your blood sugar." An ounce of dried seeds is 138 calories and provides 10 grams of fiber, 5 grams of protein, and 5 grams of omega-3s (ALA).

Used by the Aztecs this superfood  (Salvia hispanica L.) has no flavor to me when added to water but has sometimes been described as having a nutty-taste on foods. They can be sprinkled on salads, mixed them into yogurt, blended into your postworkout shakes, or just added to your favorite beverage.

The reported benefits are:

• Fight cravings
• Slow sugar spikes
• Contain ALA omega-3s
• Contain 11 grams of fiber per ounce
• Good source of protein.
• Gel can be used in baking
• Do not have to be ground to utilize omega-3s

A single serving, about an ounce (28 grams), delivers 4 grams of protein and 11 grams of fiber.


Sources:
Chia seed does not promote weight loss or alter disease risk factors in overweight adults.

Chia seed supplementation and disease risk factors in overweight women: a metabolomics investigation.

Supplementation of milled chia seeds increases plasma ALA and EPA in postmenopausal women.

THE CHIA 'CHEAT SHEET'

9 Reasons Why Chia Seeds Are An Ideal Performance Food

Source Citation (MLA 7^th Edition)

"Are chia seeds worth a try?" Men's Health May 2012: 026. Popular Magazines. Web. 23 Nov. 2012.

 

Hutzler, Kayla. "New superfood: chia seeds." Muscle & Fitness/Hers July-Aug. 2012: 26. Popular Magazines. Web. 23 Nov. 2012.