Monthly Archives: January 2017

“Stressed” is “Desserts” Spelled Backwards

So what does stress have to do with weight? Turns out to be a lot! When we are stressed, our body produces the stress hormone cortisol, which packs a triple whammy. Cortisol slows metabolism, affects blood sugar level, interferes with insulin secretion, increases fat storage – especially around the mid-section, and promotes cravings for fatty, […]

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