Chronic Stress is a Hormone Killer
Stress is more than just a feeling – it triggers cortisol, ahormone that affects everything from fat storage to sexual health. Highcortisol disrupts testosterone, estrogen, and insulin.
How Cortisol Works:
- Cortisolprepares your body for "fight or flight" – but constant stress keepsit high
- High cortisol breaks down muscle, stores belly fat, and blocks sexhormones
Signs of High Cortisol:
- Weight gain, especially around the belly
- Trouble sleeping, fatigue
- Low libido or erectile dysfunction
- Irritability or anxiety
Managing Stress for Hormone Health:
- Exercise: Reduces cortisol and boosts endorphins.
- Adaptogens: Herbs like ashwagandha lower cortisolnaturally.
- BalancedDiet: Avoid sugar spikes that worsen stressresponses.
Key Study:
- Endocrine Society 2024:High cortisol linked to 30% more belly fat in stressed individuals.
- Journalof Sexual Health 2023:Stress was the #1 cause of low libido in both men and women
Why Choose DirectCare AI?
Our holistic hormone plans help lower stress naturally.Whether it’s through HRT, TRT, or personalized supplements, wehelp your body find balance.
