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Understanding Cortisol: Why Stress Can Block Fat Loss
Let’s talk about cortisol — a hormone that often gets blamed, but rarely explained properly.
Cortisol is your body’s stress hormone.
It’s released to protect you — to give you energy, keep blood sugar stable, and help you cope with stress.
So cortisol itself is not bad.
The issue starts when cortisol stays high for long periods.
What Raises Cortisol (Often Without You Realizing):
Skipping meals or eating too little
Poor or irregular sleep
Over-exercising with little recovery
Excess caffeine
Emotional and mental stress
Always being “on the go” without rest
Your body doesn’t differentiate between emotional stress and physical stress — it responds the same way.
How Cortisol Affects Fat Loss
When cortisol is consistently high:
Blood sugar rises
Insulin increases
Fat storage increases (especially around the belly)
Cravings become stronger
Energy levels drop
This is why many people feel stuck despite eating less or exercising more.
Important Reminder
This is not a willpower issue.
This is physiology.
Your body holds onto fat when it feels unsafe or over-stressed.
What Actually Helps Lower Cortisol:
Eating regular, balanced meals
Prioritizing sleep and recovery
Choosing sustainable workouts
Walking and light movement
Reducing extreme dieting or overtraining
Fat loss happens more easily when the body feels supported, not punished.
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