Understanding Calories vs. Hormones in Weight Loss
Author: Feras Alayed
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Category: weight-management
Reading Time: 5 minutes
Beyond Calories
Counting calories alone is not enough. Insulin, cortisol, and leptin control your weight destiny.
Role of Insulin
Elevated insulin promotes fat storage. Controlling it is the key.
Role of Cortisol
Chronic stress elevates cortisol, which promotes abdominal fat storage.
Role of Leptin
The satiety hormone. When resistant to it, you eat more despite fullness.
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