Even when diet and exercise are dialed in, unchecked stress can spike cortisol and lead to stress belly—a build up of abdominal fat and discomfort. Here’s how stress and cortisol affect a specific kind of fat tissue around the midsection: Stress eating Stress eating is more complex than simply snacking to soothe anxiety. Stress stimulates the production of ghrelin, the hunger hormone. Ghrelin tricks our bodies into feeling hungry even when we’ve had enough, and ghrelin promotes fat storage. Gut-brain axis The gut and brain are linked. When the brain senses stress, the gut responds. Decreased blood flow and leaky gut cause inflammation and bad bacteria to thrive, crowding out the beneficial bacteria that keep healthy digestion in check. Constipation Stress hormones can cause constipation. When food and waste move slowly through the colon, gas builds causing discomfort and bloating. SuperYou® in the AM and Magnesi-Om® in the PM is a strategic approach to supporting our biology against this specific type of belly fat. Cover your bases and save 20% when you shop together. |