(NaturalNews) What is stress? Physiologically, stress could be
considered any event that triggers a marked response by the
adrenal glands. In basic terms, this response is the release of
cortisol. It's the body's natural reaction to any stressor. For
occasional stressors, cortisol can provide a burst of benefits
like increased energy, heightened reflexes and a higher
threshold for pain. However, when stress is chronic, as it often
is in modern society, cortisol levels can remain unnaturally
high and lead to damaging effects, which include: - Poor thyroid
function - Loss of lean body tissue like muscle and bone -
Higher blood pressure - Susceptibility to illness, infection and
disease - Weight gain, particularly in the abdominal region
Eventually, if the stress is intense or chronic, the adrenal
glands struggle to keep up with the many stressors your body
encounters. Adrenal fatigue or burnout can result. Lack of
energy, poor moods and a decreased ability to handle life's
daily stresses are common signs of wea