Ever wonder why stress leads straight to your midsection? 🧬 It's all about cortisol. When your stress hormone stays high—whether from a busy life or undereating—your body stores fat as a quick energy source. Here is the science behind the 'stress belly.' Watch the full video: youtube.com/watch?v=qkwkZP4hfd8 #cortisol #weightloss #stressbelly #hormonehealth #healthtips #fitnessscience