Cortisol and Stress
Cortisol is a corticosteroid hormone. It is one of the adrenal hormones secreted during stressful times. The "tire" that most middle aged men have is the direct result of cortisol
No amount of dieting or exersize can overcome the effects of cortisol. Cortisol causes the body to store fat around the mid-section. You can only overcome the weight gained from stress by relieving the stress that you are experiencing.
If you are experiencing too much stress in your life you are in danger of Hypercortisolism: Excessive levels of cortisol in the blood result in Cushing's syndrome.
What is Hoodia?
Hoodia is in the flowering plant family Apocynaceae. They are stem succulents, described as "cactiform" because of their close resemblance to the cactus.
Hoodia has recently gained a reputation as a weight loss supplement. But, has yet to be proven to work as claimed. I would personally consult my physician before taking any weight loss supplement. Phentrazine included.
5 Quick Ways to Relieve Stress
- Sunshine - Get out in the sun for at least 20 minutes. This is proven to help relieve stress.
- Hobbies - Hobbies allow you to get your mind off the source of your stress.
- Exercise - Exercise is a great stress reliever. Your body will produce endorphins as a result of exercise.
- Massage - A long relaxing massage speaks for itself. Just thinking about it is making the stress go away.
- Water - Drink it. Get in it. Enjoy it. Take a hot bath. Swim in it. Splash around in it and have fun. Water is a great stress killer.