Nutrition Awareness

129. How Stress Hormones Increase Belly Fat


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It's no secret that stress is bad for you, but is it also keeping you from losing weight & feeling your best?

In this episode, Registered Dietitian Kait Richardson discusses..

  • A brief lesson on the physiology of the stress hormone cortisol
  • How cortisol levels increase blood sugars, increasing risk of insulin resistance
  • Why stress can be the root cause of autoimmune conditions of the gut such as IBS
  • The link between belly fat and cortisol
  • Practical diet and lifestyle tips to decrease stress levels
  • Follow us on Instagram: @nutrition.awareness and @kaitrichardsonrd

    Interested in being coached for a future podcast episode with Kait? E-mail [email protected] with your diet goals for more information.

    Want to work with Kait or Megan? Visit our website to book an initial consultation: www.orlandodietitian.com

    Disclaimer: Kait and Megan are a Registered Dietitians, not licensed therapists or medical doctors. This information is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not meant to be a substitute for mental health counseling or medical advice.

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