
Metabolism, Hormones and Weight Management with Emma Sutherland and Dr. Jade Teta
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Cortisol's Role in Metabolism and Hormone Function
This chapter discusses the role of cortisol in the body's metabolism and hormone function. It explains how cortisol can disrupt the system, affecting the release of other hormones and signaling to the adrenals, gonads, and thyroid. The chapter also highlights how cortisol is antagonistic to insulin and can lead to insulin resistance.
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