
11/09/2025
Did you know?
Chronic stress messes with your immune system by releasing cortisol, a stress hormone.
High cortisol levels over a long time can lower the number of lymphocytes (white blood cells) in your body.
Lymphocytes are important because they help fight off infections. When you don't have enough of them, you're more likely to get sick.
Chronic stress also causes inflammation, which can stop your immune system from working properly.
By managing stress you are able to reduce the risk associated.