Struggling with weight gain or high blood pressure? High cortisol levels could be the reason, suggests a gastroenterologist.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." [table-of-contents] stripped When you’re feeling stressed out, you may not feel great in your body. Turns ...

In today's fast-paced world, stress elevates cortisol levels, impacting health. Unexplained weight gain, especially around the abdomen, chronic fatigue despite adequate sleep, and increased ...

Cortisol and Weight Gain: Are They Related? Cortisol’s reputation as “the stress hormone” is due to its front-and-center role in your body’s stress response. But what’s the connection between cortisol ...

Cortisol is often blamed for a range of health issues, but Dr Jeremy London, a cardiothoracic surgeon, challenges this view.

Social media loves to blame cortisol for menopause weight gain. But though Cortisol levels rise during perimenopause, the stress hormone isn't the sole culprit behind your changing body. Reduced ...

This article was reviewed by Felix Gussone, MD. Key Takeaways: Hormones like insulin, cortisol, thyroid hormones, and ...