Stress, Cortisol, and Fat Gain What’s the Real Connection?

Chronic stress keeps cortisol high which can increase appetite and make your body store more fat especially around the belly It’s not instant, but long-term stress definitely affects composition

Stress kills sleep too then hormones go outta whack. That’s when fat sneaks in.

People overhype cortisol It’s not evil it’s essential. The problem is chronically high levels not short bursts Manage sleep and recovery and you’ll be fine

Yeah, cortisol can hold fat stubbornly, especially around the gut. Meditation or walks help more than you think.