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The Cortisol Connection Why Stress Makes You Fat and Ruins Your Health - And What You Can Do About It Author: Shawn M. Talbott, William Kraemer The hormone cortisol, activated by the fight-or-flight (stress) response, is emerging as a major culprit in a variety of health problems. The Cortisol Connection explores the documented relationship between elevated levels of this hormone, chronic stress, and such health conditions as obesity, depression, suppressed immune system, osteoporosis, ...  more »and hypertension. The book shows how to control cortisol through supplements, dozens of which are discussed in detail in a chapter on the SENSE program (Stress Management, Exercise, Nutrition, Supplementation, Evaluation), with short, practical recommendations in each category. Also included are warnings on the use of ephedra- and caffeine-based weight-loss supplements, which actually cause weight gain, along with resources and references.  « less Post This Book + Reminder Login | Register ISBN-13: 9780897933919 ISBN-10: 0897933915 Publication Date: 8/23/2002 Pages: 320 Rating: Currently 3.4/5 Stars.  17 3.4 stars, based on 17 ratings Publisher: Hunter House Publishers Book Type: Paperback Other Versions: Hardcover Reviews: Member | Amazon | Write a Review

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