Stress

Chronic stress is another contributing factor in slow or difficult weight loss. Stress, whether emotional, mental or physical, pushes the body into “fight or flight” mode. This biological response is the same whether or not the stress is life-threatening. In fact, the body responds with over 2,500 reactions that affect every system including metabolism, blood sugar, hormonal function and appetite (among many, many other things). Consequently, unchecked stress will often cause the body to retain fat, increase cravings, and slow the body’s ability to burn calories. Stress is, undoubtedly, one of the most common reasons diets fail.

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