Stress and Appetite
Short-term stress can actually suppress hunger by activating the bombesin system, a peptide hormone initially discovered in toads. While this response may be beneficial in the short run, chronic stress leads to harmful feedback loops that amplify stress responses, ultimately having detrimental effects on health. Understanding the distinction between short-term and long-term stress is crucial for managing its impact on appetite and overall well-being.In this clip
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How does stress affect eating?
Is it correct that short bursts of stress in temporary stressful situations can be beneficial, while long-term, chronic stress is the bad kind of stress, as discussed in the episode Dr. Elissa Epel: Control Stress for Healthy Eating, Metabolism & Aging | Huberman Lab Podcast and the clip Understanding Stress?
What is the impact of stress on eating?