If you are trying to lose extra pounds, then you should beware of stress.
Chronic stress, by the way, like lack of sleep, can lead to increased cortisol levels, which makes it difficult to lose weight.
Cortisol, which is also called the stress hormone, is produced by the adrenal glands.
It regulates blood glucose levels and safe blood pressure, and promotes the accumulation of abdominal fat.
Cortisol activates the enzyme lipase, which releases fatty acids from adipose tissue.
They are subsequently carried by the blood to various parts of the body, including the abdomen, and form visceral fat.
As a result, you may lose weight in other parts of your body, but not in the abdominal area.
In addition, elevated cortisol levels make our appetite even stronger and increase cravings for sugary foods, which leads to additional weight gain and accumulation of abdominal fat.
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