The Impact of Insulin and Cortisol in Peri: Understanding the Hormonal Link to Weight Gain
Navigating perimenopause can feel like an uphill battle for many women, particularly when it comes to managing weight. One of the most overlooked factors in this journey? The powerful connection between two key hormones—cortisol, your stress hormone, and insulin, your blood sugar regulator. These two hormones have an intimate relationship, meaning that if one goes…