Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee BITESIZE | 3 Simple Habits to Manage Stress and Build Resilience | Dr Tara Swart #461
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Jun 13, 2024 
Dr. Tara Swart, a neuroscientist and former medical doctor, shares her insights on the hidden costs of chronic stress on physical health. She uncovers how stress can influence fat storage and overall wellness, emphasizing the need for effective management. Tara discusses practical strategies like yoga, meditation, and morning rituals to build resilience. She also highlights the importance of reconnecting with friends and simple lifestyle changes, such as hydration and sleep, to significantly enhance quality of life.
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Stress and Physical Health
- Chronic stress triggers a cascade effect, starting with the brain's perception of threat.
- This leads to increased cortisol, inflammation, and various physical symptoms like belly fat.
Stress and Belly Fat
- Stress significantly contributes to weight and fat storage, often underestimated compared to diet.
- High cortisol levels drive fat storage in the abdomen, even with reduced food intake or increased exercise.
Pre-Diabetes from Stress
- Dr. Chatterjee had a patient in her 30s who developed pre-diabetes due to extreme job stress.
- Addressing her stress, without dietary or exercise changes, reversed her pre-diabetes within months.
