The stress hormone cortisol, akin to a vigilant conductor in the body's orchestra, orchestrates a comprehensive response to external stimuli, wielding a profound influence on various physiological processes. One of the key functions that distinguishes cortisol is its remarkable capacity to modulate metabolism and unlock stored energy reserves, marking it as a central player in the body's adaptive mechanisms.
In times of stress, cortisol serves as a metabolic maestro, prompting the mobilization of energy from diverse sources within the body. It acts as a catalyst for the release of stored energy from the liver, adipose tissue (fat), and muscles, ensuring a swift and robust response to the demands imposed by the stressor. This orchestrated mobilization of energy resources is a strategic adaptation, preparing the body for the dynamic challenges it may encounter.
Lack of Cortisol:
» Problems concentrating
» Lack of energy
» Addison‘s disease
» Passivity and apathy
» Difficulty to get up in the morning and become really awake
» constant fatigue, despite sufficient sleep
» Forgetfulness
» Sugar cravings
» Diminished ability to deal with acute stress
Excess of cortisol:
» Tensenes
» High blood pressue
» Increased cholesterol levels
» Susceptibility to infection
» Difficulty sleeping
» Disorder of the metabolism with over weight
» Increased belly fat
