Cortisol Factors
Are you in the Fight or Flight Mode?
There are many factors that can influence the levels of Cortisol in the body; chronic stress being the primary cause. Imagine this; a bear is chasing after you with the look of a big giant Wild Alaskan Salmon in his eyes, are you in fight or flight mode? Guess what, either way you are stessed! Your adrenaline is pumping, and just imagine if you are under any kind of stress, the same thing is happening inside your body just as a traumatic event!
Cortisol is a steroid hormone produced and secreted by the adrenal glands, and is released when the body experiences stressed or agitated states such as physical stress, illness, trauma, extreme temperture changes, or psychological stress. These levels can remain elevated for a prolonged period of time and in fact if exposed to chronic stress there are serious conditions arising from this. Here are a few examples of serious health conditions that can be caused by prolonged elevated stress levels:
Memory disturbance
Increased appetite and obesity
Toxic fat deposited in the belly region
Depression
Decrease in bone mass which results in increased risk of Osteoporosis
Increased risk of Stroke and other Heart related conditions
Cancer
Accelerated physical aging, i.e. brain, hormone secretions, bones skin and vital bodily organs
When Cortisol is secreted, it causes a breakdown of muscle protein, leading to the release of amino acids into the bloodstream. These amino acids are then used by the liver to synthesize glucose for energy. This process raises the blood sugar level. This can cause a decrease in Insulin Sensitivity.
How do we keep our stress levels at bay? Exercise, Massage Therapy, Meditation, Positive Listening & Thinking, Easy Listening Music, Learn & Practice how to react to stressful situations and most of all Design your own Happiness, Resolve issue's, Forgive, and Let go of Unchangeable situations.
Learn to manage your stress and see your health improve
You've heard it time and time again, Dont Sweat the Small Stuff! It can save your health, it can save your life!
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