Fat accumulated only in the belly? Cortisol influences Cushing syndrome

Fine upper and lower limbs, accompanied by a swollen belly – is how is traditionally described the cushing's syndrome.

Recently, in social networks, to justify this and other pathologies, the idea that the cortisol is responsible for all of this – either by presenting too low levels or even by recording too high levels.

However, doctors reveal to Mayo Clinic that what may be failing is indeed the instability caused by the attempt to “create the best level of cortisol” – if not this hormone also known to be “the stress hormone”.

In the case of Cushing syndrome, according to these health professionals, it tends to develop when the body registers excess cortisol over an excessively prolonged period of time.

Although it is an essential hormone, it must be regulated.

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Other symptoms described in Cushing syndrome

In addition to the disproportionate belly when analyzed simultaneously with ootros limbs, a “greasy curve between shoulders, rounded face and pink or purple streaks on the skin” can also develop, describes Mayo Clinic, which can also cause high pressure or bone loss and sometimes lead to the development of type 2 diabetes.

Although Cushing's syndrome requires medical treatment and follow-up, these experts reinforce that, with regard to cortisol levels, there is still something you can do.

Whether to lower or raise these levels, the goal should always be cortisol regulation.

This helps to stabilize cortisol levels

• Improving sleep quality, that is, sleep enough hours and keep regular sleep times, since sleep deprivation can increase cortisol.
• Introduce relaxation techniques, such as slow breathing, meditation or mindfulness in routine, since these can reduce the physiological response to stress.
• Include moments of regular and moderate physical exercise. However, it should take into account the intensity. Sudden excesses may temporarily increase cortisol, as described by this physician.
• Spend more time outdoors and seek to reduce stress;
• Reduce caffeine, especially if coffee increases anxiety or interferes in some way with sleep quality.
• Avoid excess alcohol, since these can also interfere with sleep and hormonal regulation.
• Adopt one balanced feeding and regular times meals.