Cortisol Culture: Fact vs. Fiction

​🌿 Cortisol Culture: Fact vs. Fiction
📅 22nd October 2026 | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

​Cortisol is often called the “stress hormone”—but how much of what we hear about it is actually true? From social media trends to everyday conversations about stress, cortisol has become a popular wellness buzzword. 🧠

​Understanding cortisol goes beyond simply trying to lower it. Its role in the body, how stress affects it, and the influence of everyday habits all matter when it comes to supporting overall wellbeing.

​Join us for this engaging session to separate science from social media myths, understand how cortisol works, and discover simple, evidence-based ways to support healthy cortisol patterns.

​🧠 The session will cover:

​🔬 Cortisol 101 – Understanding cortisol and what it does
😰 Stress & Cortisol – Exploring the connection between stress and cortisol
🔍 Cortisol Myths – Separating facts from fiction
🌙 Lifestyle & Cortisol – How sleep, food, and exercise influence cortisol
💬 Q&A – Your questions answered

​The session will be led by 👩‍⚕️ Dr. Paridhi Nigdikar Joshi, a medical professional and healthcare operations expert with 7.5 years of service in the Indian Army. An AFMC graduate, Dr. Paridhi brings experience in clinical care, hospital administration, telemedicine, counselling, and healthcare operations. She has also been part of Plum’s teleconsultation team and has worked extensively in digital healthcare delivery and mental health awareness.

​Take one focused hour to understand the science behind cortisol, look beyond the myths, and make informed choices for your everyday wellbeing. 🌿✨