Is stress blocking your weight loss? #loseweightwithoutdieting

5 Apr 2023 · 1 min

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In this short monologue, the presenter explains that persistent belly fat can be caused by stress. When stressed, the body releases cortisol and adrenaline, which increase cravings for high‑energy, carbohydrate‑rich and sugary foods. Cortisol also acts as a fat‑storage hormone, encouraging the body to keep excess calories as belly fat. The core message is that reducing stress is essential for weight loss, and the speaker promises practical tips later in the video.

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Have you got a bit of fat around the belly that just won't budge? It could be that stress is to blame, and I know that's difficult to believe, but when we're stressed, our bodies pump out chemicals like cortisol and adrenaline, and they increase our need for high-energy food. And you know the ones I mean, the carbs and the hot— the things that are packed high in calories and, and also with sugar. So you're drawn to that stuff by your hormones. Cortisol is also a fat storage hormone, so the key message is to reduce your stress. It's so important, and I've got some tips below.