Stress: It’s the feeling that arises when an external or internal trigger causes the release of nor-epinephrine or adrenaline from the adrenal glands. That’s right, the body’s response to stress is a hormonal one. Chronic stress can wreak havoc on your entire hormonal system, leading to poor sleep, poor eating habits, negative thinking, anxiety, weight gain and stored belly fat, and shorter life-span. It can lead to the exhaustion of your adrenal glands.
You’ve probably read a lot about it. Cortisol level is a much discussed topic but can be confusing you on what to do and not! I get particularly disturbed when people advise me not to run anymore, because it’s physical stress and can raise cortisol levels. However physical exercise is good stress AKA “Eustress.” And the cortisol released because of exercise will keep me going and be utilised and detoxed through my sweat. Not stored.
If all the information out there on social media is confusing, don’t stress yourself out! Stress management is one of the most important aspects that we will cover together in our health coaching sessions, by taking an in-depth review of the triggers in your life. It could be the leading cause of your weight-gain.
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Looking forward.
Sonia Salim.