129. How Stress Hormones Increase Belly Fat

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.