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My name is Dr. Emily Cohen. I am a board-certified endocrinologist. And every time my patients ask if the “cortisol belly” is a real thing, I present these facts. There are now more diet plans and exercise programs than ever before. But the number of overweight and obese Americans continues to soar.1 This increase, in fact, closely mirrors worsening stress levels in the U.S. And according to reputable institutions like Yale, this isn’t a coincidence.2,3 See, cortisol was found to cause weight gain, especially around the belly. But what’s worse, it’s not just stress that triggers this. But also poor sleep, diet, hormonal fluctuations, periods, menopause, and even aging. That’s why I want to address and talk about the following three things: How exactly elevated cortisol forces your body to accumulate and retain fat Why tried-and-true ways to lose weight don’t work with high cortisol Which 5 supplements can lower cortisol and help you lose “stress” weight Read more in the article...