Posted in Stress on Feb 15th, 2008
Stress is a major factor that contributes to weight gain, and the stress hormone that is responsible for this is Cortisol. An excess of cortisol slows down the body metabolism, leading to weight gain. Stress also increases the body’s cravings for fatty, salty and sugary food, and results in overeating. Due to this, the person [...]
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Posted in Stress on Feb 8th, 2008
When the human body experiences stress, it is subject to various emotional changes, which in due course leads to many physiological effects. If left unchecked, these minor physical ailments can become life-altering situations. During times of stress, negative hormones are released by the adrenal glands, thereby slowing down the functions of various organs. Initially, the [...]
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