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CHEMISTRY BEHIND STRESS

             The hormone is released during times of stress, increasing heart rate, blood pressure, and blood glucose level, respiration and muscle tension response. It also temporally shut down the body’s systems such as digestion and reproduction.
Cortisol is often called the "stress hormone" because of its connection to the stress response, however, cortisol is much more than just a hormone released during stress. Cortisol is one of the steroid hormones and is made in the adrenal glands. Most cells within the body have cortisol receptors. Secretion of the hormone is controlled by the hypothalamus, the pituitary gland, and the adrenal gland.
                        




   This is the chemical structure of “stress hormone” chemical formula is C21H30O5. 

   stress hormone causes many health problems including : 


  1.            Anxiety 
  2.            Depression 
  3.           Digestive problems 
  4.      Headaches 
  5.           Heart disease 
  6.      Sleep problems 
  7.      Weight gain 
     Memory and concentration impairment

In a condition such as Cushing’s syndrome, it produces too much. In a condition such as Addison’s disease, it produces too little.
High cortisol level symptoms
Excess cortisol could result from a tumor or as a side effect of some medications.Too much cortisol can lead to Cushing's syndrome.


  1.  high blood pressure
  2.  a flushed face
  3.  muscle weakness
  4.  increased thirst
  5.  urinating more frequently
  6.  changes in mood, such as feeling irritable or low
  7.  rapid weight gain in the face and abdomen
  8.  osteoporosis
  9.  bruises or purple stretch marks appearing on the skin 

Too little cortisol level symptoms 

  1. fatigue
  2. dizziness
  3. muscle weakness
  4. gradual weight loss
  5. changes in mood
  6. areas of the skin turning darker
  7. low blood pressure   

 Control stress hormone in our body:

  1. Eating a healthy diet and getting regular exercise and plenty of sleep
  2. Practicing relaxation techniques such as trying yoga, practicing deep breathing, getting a massage or learning to meditate
  3. Taking time for hobbies, such as reading a book or listening to music
  4. Fostering healthy friendships
  5. Having a sense of humor
  6. Volunteering in your community
  7. Seeking professional counseling when needed
  
                                    





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