Stress, cortisol and lifestyle pressure.
The stress-hormones page explains cortisol as a stress hormone and connects chronic stress with body fat, blood sugar, muscle tissue, immunity, thyroid function and energy.
- Cortisol is described as the fight-or-flight stress hormone.
- The article lists effects of prolonged stress including abdominal body fat, blood sugar imbalance, muscle tissue loss and reduced immunity.
- William uses nutrition and lifestyle assessment to help identify lifestyle factors.