"Cortisol belly" is a popular term used to describe weight gain mostly around your belly area, or abdomen. Sometimes it's called "hormonal belly." It’s not a medical term or diagnosis, but it could be ...

Cortisol can help your blood sugars, reduce inflammation, and regulate metabolism. But longer-term elevations can cause side effects, including weight gain. Share on Pinterest Cortisol is one of the ...

Hormonal belly is when your belly gets big from hormones being out of balance. Hormone imbalances that can cause a hormonal belly include cortisol, leptin, and insulin. Women's hormonal belly can be ...

Some hormone imbalances can lead to physical symptoms, including abdominal weight gain. People sometimes refer to this as a “hormonal belly.” Some fat around the abdomen is typical. However, if a ...

Belly overhang is one of the most challenging areas to tighten as we age. It's that lower abdominal pocket that seems to hang on, even when you're staying active and eating well. While spot reduction ...

It started with a popped pants button. I was presenting at a conference, and right before I hit the stage, it went — shooting at a high rate of speed and landing in front of my shoe. My favorite black ...

You're in your mid-40s, eating healthy and exercising regularly. It's the same routine that has worked for years. Yet lately, the number on the scale is creeping up. Clothes fit differently. A bit of ...