does stress really affect weight?

gooellie
gooellie Posts: 39
edited December 2024 in Health and Weight Loss
i been under huge stress and i was wondering how this changes my weight because im eating right and exercising right and this is the only factor i can think of i need help!!

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  • kazzsjourney
    kazzsjourney Posts: 674 Member
    Stress releases cortisol which can inhibit weight loss.
  • GabsMommy28
    GabsMommy28 Posts: 47 Member
    It can. Plus it's not good for your blood pressure and can even make you sick. Maybe try using exercise to work through the stress?
  • cHaRlIe0411
    cHaRlIe0411 Posts: 137 Member
    Stress can be a big problem for weight loss. Not only does it push certain people (like me) to eat more than usual (going through this right now, since I'm moving for college... tomorrow), but even when you do eat right, it chemically affects your weight loss. However, it does not stop you from losing weight. Like someone mentioned above, exercise is really good to get stress out of your system. Personally, whenever I work out, I feel like I'm on top of the world, whereas I'll feel really crappy on days I skipped my workout...
  • nixism
    nixism Posts: 258 Member
    I find with stress it either makes you lose weight, or like me gain or keep your weight the same. I've been under major stresses for the last year and luckily I haven't gained, but despite trying hard, I've not lost weight either. Make some time for yourself, get your life/stress under control as best you can and focus on getting healthier. I found light exercise really helped me focus.
  • cmcorn26
    cmcorn26 Posts: 253 Member
    Stress releases cortisol which can inhibit weight loss.

    This happens to me, many people say " stress should make you lose weight, not gain". But I think it is based on a persons genetics. I started taking kelp supplements when I am stressed and I think it has helped, I don't get that bloated feeling.
  • LaMujerMasBonitaDelMundo
    LaMujerMasBonitaDelMundo Posts: 3,634 Member
    Stress releases cortisol which can inhibit weight loss.
    I don't know about you but in my case, I lose my appetite when stressed or feeling sad so the end result is weight loss.
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