Stress and hormonal imbalances are significant contributors to weight gain, often leading to increased fat storage, particularly around the abdomen. Understanding the interplay between stress, hormones, and weight can empower individuals to take effective steps toward achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. The Role of Stress in Weight Gain Chronic stress triggers the release of hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol. While adrenaline can temporarily suppress appetite, cortisol increases it, prompting cravings for high-calorie, sugary foods. This hormonal response can lead to overeating and subsequent weight gain. Additionally, cortisol encourages fat storage, especially in the abdominal area, which is associated...
With stress comes adrenaline and excess adrenaline raises cortisol. The first action of cortisol is to raise sugar levels which, accordingly, raises insulin levels. So now there are two hormones raising sugar levels, stimulating insulin release, creating fat.
Dr. Platt opens up and shares his inspiration to become a doctor specializing in bio-identical hormones after his mother died of cancer due to excessive estrogen dominance.