Yes, Cortisol can have a direct effect on our weight. If we have constant levels of too much cortisol in our systems, we gain weight. Conversely, it would seem that if we don't have enough cortisol, we can lose weight. (In fact, manufacturers of diet products try to wrongly cash in on this fact by selling so-called "cortisol-suppressing" weight-loss supplements.)
Please know that we at EmpowHer are not doctors! We are researchers and writers who try to find our readers the best information we can. It sounds like your endocrinologist is looking at the long-term effects of slowly stabilizing your cortisol, by telling you that weight loss will be slow and over time.
In addition to exploring the possible benefits of bio-identical hormones, you might be interested in finding and working with a naturopathic doctor. Naturopathic doctors treat the whole body as a system that works together. They focus on natural and holistic treatments and supplements meant to bring that system into balance. In some ways, it feels like this is what you are yearning for.
If you are interested in learning more about naturopathic doctors, here is their association website. It also has a box where you can search for those in your area:
http://www.naturopathic.org/
Can I ask what you are doing now to try to build up your weight? Are you eating more calories, lean protein and monounsaturated fats?
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Leiana,
Yes, Cortisol can have a direct effect on our weight. If we have constant levels of too much cortisol in our systems, we gain weight. Conversely, it would seem that if we don't have enough cortisol, we can lose weight. (In fact, manufacturers of diet products try to wrongly cash in on this fact by selling so-called "cortisol-suppressing" weight-loss supplements.)
Please know that we at EmpowHer are not doctors! We are researchers and writers who try to find our readers the best information we can. It sounds like your endocrinologist is looking at the long-term effects of slowly stabilizing your cortisol, by telling you that weight loss will be slow and over time.
In addition to exploring the possible benefits of bio-identical hormones, you might be interested in finding and working with a naturopathic doctor. Naturopathic doctors treat the whole body as a system that works together. They focus on natural and holistic treatments and supplements meant to bring that system into balance. In some ways, it feels like this is what you are yearning for.
If you are interested in learning more about naturopathic doctors, here is their association website. It also has a box where you can search for those in your area:
http://www.naturopathic.org/
Can I ask what you are doing now to try to build up your weight? Are you eating more calories, lean protein and monounsaturated fats?
November 18, 2009 - 9:52amThis Comment
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