Cortisol face is a so-called facial swelling which may indicate an excess of stress hormones in the body. Such symptoms appear when we live in chronic stress, overworked and overtired.
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Cortisol face is gaining attention, and more and more people are wondering whether excessive stress could be the main culprit.
The cortisol face is a signal that cannot be ignored [Healthline]
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A dysregulated body is unable to function constantly under stress, so over time it simply gives up. The effect of excess stress may be not only sleep problems and irritability but also weight gain, mood disorders or the formation of swelling.
Cortisol face is a yellow flag
In an interview with Vogue magazine, Dr Petra Algenstaedt, a gynaecologist and endocrinologist, explains that patients often report sudden weight gain, wondering if it is due to hormonal imbalances. In fact, the solution to the problem may lie elsewhere.
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"Increased fat deposition in the cheeks, arms and neck may be due to increased cortisol production or overproduction of ACTH, a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that regulates the production of cortisol in the adrenal glands. Overproduction of cortisol is actually associated with weight gain," explains Dr Algenstaedt.
The formation of oedema or weight gain is therefore associated with excessive cortisol secretion in the body, chronic stress and fatigue. If we do not maintain a hygienic lifestyle and do not start resting and taking care of ourselves, the level of cortisol will not decrease.
The cortisol face is a signal that cannot be ignored. It is worth listening to your body and taking appropriate steps to improve your health and well-being.
This article was originally published by Onet.
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