Cortisol is widely known as the 'stress hormone'. But, it has many important effects and functions throughout your body besides regulation of your body’s stress response. It can affect nearly every organ in the body. TheHealthSite.com
In the intricate connection between stress and weight gain, recognizing the various factors of weight gain is crucial for implementing effective lifestyle changes. By adopting stress-management techniques you can maintain a healthy weight. | Thehealthsite.com
The latest TikTok wellness trend would have you believe high cortisol levels are to blame for weight gain, food cravings, fatigue and insomnia, but there's more to the story, write Theresa Larkin and Susan Thomas.
Cortisol, most commonly known as the stress hormone, is a popular conversation point in the wellness space. Experts agree that while too much or too little cortisol provides specific problems, the term "cortisol imbalance" is not a legitimate medical term.