CORTISOL BLOOD TEST

Cortisol is a hormone that affects nearly every organ and tissue in your body, often referred to as the "stress hormone" due to its role in stress response. 

Beyond stress, cortisol influences body fat by increasing appetite and promoting fat storage, especially around the abdomen. 

Elevated cortisol levels can stimulate fat and carbohydrate metabolism, which can cause weight gain. This hormone encourages abdominal fat storage, linked to higher health risks. Chronic stress and consistently high cortisol levels can therefore contribute to increased body fat and related health issues.

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