When it comes to weight loss, many people focus on diet and exercise. While these are undoubtedly crucial components, other factors play a significant role in achieving sustainable results. Sleep, ...

Recent studies show that the relationship between stress and weight gain goes far beyond comfort eating. Scientists have discovered that chronic stress triggers complex biological mechanisms that can ...

We all have unique schedules, challenges, and responsibilities. But there’s one thing almost everyone can relate to while hustling through the 21st century: stress. For many, stress and weight gain go ...

In last night's Bigg Boss 19 episode, Ashnoor Kaur shared her struggles with body image and weight gain, triggered by ...

When Ashnoor Kaur broke down during a recent episode of Bigg Boss 19 after hurtful comments about her weight, it wasn’t just ...

The menopausal transition is a pivotal time in women’s health, bringing about profound hormonal, metabolic and physiologic ...

If you feel like there’s something wrong with you, blame the hormone cortisol. If you’re trying to lose weight but can’t? High cortisol. Flare-up of acne? Messed-up cortisol. Can’t sleep/focus/fend ...

Having a high level of the stress hormone cortisol can have a damaging impact on your physical and mental health, leading to a mix of symptoms and syndromes ranging from fatigue to amenorrhea, brain ...

This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. Does Progesterone Cause Weight Gain? What to Know If you’ve recently started on birth control or menopausal ...

The transition through menopause marks a significant turning point in a woman’s life, bringing hormonal changes that affect nearly every body system. While hot flashes and mood swings often dominate ...

"Cortisol belly" is a popular term used to describe weight gain mostly around your belly area, or abdomen. Sometimes it's called "hormonal belly." It’s not a medical term or diagnosis, but it could be ...

Share on Pinterest Intense exercise may contribute to weight gain by reducing subsequent exercise sessions and also lowering body temperature, a new study found. EMS-FORSTER-PRODUCTIONS/Getty Images A ...