by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Last updated: Jan 16, 2023 | Blog, Weight Management
Can hormones cause weight gain? Yes, if they’re out of balance. Hormones are essential to life. But when they’re out of balance, your metabolism is affected. And that means you can gain weight. First, Unopposed estrogen can cause water weight. Especially if you’re...
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Last updated: Jan 18, 2023 | Blog, Women's Health
Cortisol is an important stress hormone, but too much can cause damage. Cortisol has a catabolic effect produced by the adrenal glands, which can break down tissue, including bones and muscles. High cortisol can cause many physical and health problems over time. ...
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Last updated: Apr 13, 2022 | Weight Management
If you want to know how to lose that stress-induced cortisol weight gain, then here are three simple steps to get fit. When your hormones are out of balance, it’s hard to get in shape. So let me share three simple steps to help you lose that Cortisol induced body fat...