Most people overeat when they are stressed. When we eat, chemicals are released in our brains that help calm us down. But the side effect is that we often overeat in these situations which cause the unwanted pounds.
Stress can slow down digestive function. Prolonged periods of stress can cause your body to produce these tiny molecules called "free radicals" that have been shown to slow digestive function. By slowing digestive function, the body cannot absorb all of the nutrients it needs from current food intake and ends up storing unused portions as fat.
Stress leads to excess cortisol production: Cortisol is a hormone that your body produces during times of stress and it basically tells your brain that your body is hungry, even when it’s not. Weight gain caused by excess cortisol production tends to accumulate around your belly and is often the primary source of your "belly fat".
Bottom line: Stress plays a major role in unwanted weight gain so, if you want to shed fat and keep it off then you need to learn how to better manage stress, period. By shedding those unwanted pounds and keeping them off takes a lot of discipline on your part.
So, if you are ready to look and feel your best by permanently eliminating those unwanted pounds, then take pride in your personal appearance. The way you dress makes a statement to others. And, it is also makes a statement to
yourself. The way you look affects your attitudes and actions. So, take the time
to look great! When you look better, you feel in control and optimistic. When
you are proud of your appearance, you naturally walk with your head high and
express yourself with confidence. Each day make time to pamper yourself. Watch yourself go from invisible to invincible! You look
fabulous!”