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Episode #312: Cortisol Overview and Dieting's Effects

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Understanding Cortisol: Stress Response and Its Physiological Effects

This chapter explores the role of cortisol in the body's stress response, detailing its regulation through hormonal pathways initiated by the hypothalamus. It examines cortisol's functions, effects on various tissues, and its importance in energy provision and blood pressure regulation.

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