The Shocking Connection Between Stress and Belly Fat (And What You Can Do About It!)

Today we’re going to dive into the intricate relationship between stress and excess body fat. Managing your stress, along with essential diet, sleep, and exercise inputs, is a critical part of your overall well-being—including your body composition. On this compilation episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to learn from four incredible experts on the role that stress plays in our bodies. 

You’re going to learn about the connection between stress and unwanted body fat, as well as how to reduce your stress levels. You’re going to learn from some of the most respected experts in the realm of stress, cortisol, psychology, and healthy aging. This episode covers the difference between good stress and bad stress, how your hormones respond to cortisol, and tips for helping your body manage stress better.  

Managing your stress might be the overlooked secret to unlocking your body composition goals, so I hope this episode gives you the information and inspiration you need. Click play and enjoy the show!  

In this episode you’ll discover: 

• What percentage of doctor’s visits are fueled by stress. (0:41) 
• The link between stress levels and visceral fat. (2:56) 
• Why excess cortisol leads to more belly fat. (5:05) 
• What types of exercise are best for your cortisol rhythm. (10:47) 
• The two types of genes that are most likely to be harmed by trauma. (22:06) 
• How your hormones respond to high levels of cortisol. (23:48) 
• What percentage of people have dysregulated cortisol levels. (29:45) 
• One of the biggest misconceptions about stress. (33:50) 
• Three key beliefs that can help you manage stress better. (33:30) 
• Why exercise is essential for mental health. (36:17) 
• What hormesis is. (46:01) 
• The definition of sustress and why it can be damaging. (47:04) 
• What the main goal of your stress response system is. (48:58) 
• How cellular dysfunction leads to modern diseases. (51:50) 
• The role your mitochondria plays in your overall health. (55:54) 

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• 5 Belly Fat Mistakes with Dr. Sean O’Mara - Hear the full interview here!  
• The Reason You Aren’t Losing Weight with Dr. Sara Gottfried - See the full interview!  
• The Link Between Exercise & Connection with Dr. Kelly McGonigal - Watch here!  
• Why Your Body Needs Stress with Dr. Sharon Bergquist - See the full interview here!  

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