Stress is one of many factors that can cause adverse health effects. When you are stressed out, your bodies hormone levels are altered significantly. One group of hormones that is affected by stress are the adrenal hormones, specifically cortisol. Cortisol has its uses and benefits, but when the body produces elevated concentrations for prolonged periods of time, it has detrimental effects. High levels of cortisol have been linked to weight gain, specifically fat mass gain.
Here is the bottom line, the human body will always function in a way that ensures survival for evolution. A lot of times this means the body will resist the changes we are trying to induce. When you are stressed out the last thing the body is likely to do is lose weight, specifically fat mass. I have found with a lot of clients that progress will come to a screeching halt due to excessive stress in their lives. Focus on decreasing your stress and everything in life will become easier and more manageable!

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