Overview
Chronically elevated cortisol drives visceral fat, insulin resistance, poor sleep, and mood problems. The evidence-based tools are unglamorous.
Treatment
Sleep 7+ hours, treat sleep apnea, exercise moderately (not chronic overtraining), limit caffeine after noon, address chronic stressors, therapy or medication for anxiety/depression, treat overt Cushing's if suspected.
When to book a visit
Book if you have unexplained weight gain, easy bruising, or purple stretch marks (rule out Cushing's).
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